Manufacturing Engineer

Lufthansa Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading aerospace company as a Manufacturing Engineer, where you'll enhance shop floor excellence by developing work instructions and tooling documentation. Collaborate with operations to solve production issues and drive continuous improvement in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have a background in mechanical engineering, CAD experience, and strong problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Experience creating manufacturing instructions and tooling documentation.
• Skilled in reading engineering drawings and basic metrology.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain work instructions and tooling documentation.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support projects and production.
• Track KPIs to enhance performance.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Continuous Improvement

Education

HND in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD

SAP

MRP/ERP systems

MS Office

Job description

Join Lufthansa Technik Landing Gear Services as a Manufacturing Engineer! Support shop floor excellence by crafting and refining work instructions, tooling docs, and critical checks. Collaborate with Operations to solve production issues and drive continuous improvement in a world-class aerospace environment.

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Tasks

The key responsibilities and duties of theManufacturing Engineer include, but are not limited to:

• Develop and maintain work instructions and tooling documentation
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support projects and production
• Improve processes and layouts to boost efficiency and meet OEM standards
• Identify waste and support continuous improvement
• Assist with workflow optimization and project tasks
• Investigate non-conformities and recommend fixes
• Analyze production data and report insights
• Track KPIs to enhance performance
• Coordinate equipment maintenance
• Support problem-solving and daily operations
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental policies
• Manage tooling data in SAP
• Conduct studies to identify and resolve inefficiencies

Requirements

The ideal Candidate should meet the following requirements:

• Minimum HND in Mechanical Engineering with CAD experience
• Higher qualification considered with interest in tool design
• Training in Lean, Continuous Improvement, or SPC is a plus

• Experience creating manufacturing instructions and tooling documentation
• Skilled in reading engineering drawings and basic metrology
• Strong understanding of mechanical manufacturing processes
• Background in aerospace metal processing and surface finishing
• Proficient in MRP/ERP systems, MS Office, and CAD (SolidWorks preferred)
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Familiar with data analysis, automation, and process optimization
• Team player with a proactive, innovative, and goal-driven mindset
• Flexible hours including shifts, weekends, or travel as needed

Please note: Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Valid visa required if applicable. Unfortunately, those without this eligibility cannot be considered.

About Lufthansa Technik Landing Gear Services UK

Lufthansa Technik Landing Gear Services is part of the Lufthansa Technik Group - the world's leading provider of maintenance, repair and overhaul services as well as modifications to the civil aviation industry. With tailor-made maintenance programs and advanced repair techniques, we ensure the reliability and availability of our customers' aircraft fleets. We are independent of aircraft manufacturers and licensed internationally as a repair, manufacturing and development organization. With more than 26,000 employees and over 30 international subsidiaries, the Lufthansa Technik Group offers a full range of services in the fields of maintenance, overhaul, component support, engines, landing gears, VIP services, innovation and digital fleet solutions to around 800 customers worldwide. Lufthansa Technik Landing Gear Services is located in London and has over 300 employees. Our success is built on our people who are fundamental to our organization.