Manufacturing Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to enhance production processes for cable assemblies and electro-mechanical products. This role combines creativity and operational expertise, focusing on new product introductions and ongoing production sustainability. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in electromechanical manufacturing, with a strong emphasis on process development, problem-solving, and lean manufacturing principles. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to maximizing production efficiency and profitability while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. If you are passionate about driving innovation in manufacturing, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years in electromechanical manufacturing with precision mechanics.
• Degree in Engineering or equivalent practical experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve manufacturing processes for cable assemblies.
• Implement lean principles for continuous improvement and waste reduction.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Lean Manufacturing

Financial Acumen

Process Development

Innovation

Education

Degree in Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Six Sigma methodologies

FMEA

SPC (Statistical Process Control)

Minitab

MS Office (Excel)

CAD (SolidWorks)

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

We are proud to be working with our valued client on hiring a Manufacturing Engineer. The Manufacturing Engineer plays a crucial role in developing, installing, maintaining, and improving manufacturing processes for our cable assemblies and electro-mechanical products. This position requires a blend of innovation and operational expertise, with responsibilities including new product introductions (NPI) and sustaining ongoing production.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Process Development: Develop, install, maintain, and improve manufacturing processes for cable assemblies and electro-mechanical products.
2. New Product Introductions (NPI): Work on NPI and sustaining ongoing production, requiring innovation and operational expertise.
3. Problem-Solving: Troubleshoot and eliminate process defects, conduct statistical process analysis to ensure optimal production efficiency.
4. Lean Manufacturing: Implement lean principles to ensure continuous improvement and waste reduction.
5. Financial Acumen: Handle cost estimation, make tooling recommendations, and improve workflow efficiency to optimise production costs.
6. Documentation: Create and maintain process documentation to ensure standardization, traceability, and compliance with industry regulations.

Required Experience:

1. Experience: 5-10 years in an electromechanical manufacturing environment, specifically working on precision mechanics.
2. Education: Degree in Engineering or equivalent practical experience.
3. Technical Skills:
4. Proficiency in ERP systems.
5. Six Sigma methodologies.
6. FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis).
7. SPC (Statistical Process Control), ideally with Minitab.
8. Advanced MS Office skills, particularly in Excel.
9. CAD (Computer-Aided Design), preferably SolidWorks, as a bonus.

If you're passionate about maximising production, profitability, and innovation, then please apply here!