Manufacturing Engineer

Powerhouse Lighting; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-respected engineering company is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer based in Harrogate. The role involves improving production processes, maintaining equipment, and supporting teams with technical expertise. The successful candidate will receive a salary between £36,000 and £40,000, along with excellent benefits.

Benefits

Great Benefits

Qualifications

• Ideal candidate should have a Mechanical Engineering Degree.
• Experience in manufacturing improvements and engineering processes.
• Knowledge of automation and robotics processes is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and improve production processes for efficiency.
• Evaluate and maintain manufacturing equipment for optimal performance.
• Provide technical support to production teams and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Data-driven decision making

Education

Mechanical Engineering Degree

Tools

CAD design

Statistical analysis tools

Manufacturing process simulations

Job description

£36,000 - £40,000 Basic Salary plus Great Benefits based at Harrogate

Our client is an established and well-respected engineering business. Due to continued growth, they are currently recruiting a Manufacturing Engineer who will be responsible for ensuring that production have accurate product information, processes and machinery to manufacture and maintain both new and existing products.

Manufacturing Engineer Key Responsibilities

Analyse existing production processes, identify areas of process improvement, and implement innovative solutions to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.

Evaluate and maintain manufacturing equipment to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and safety.

Provide technical support and guidance to production teams on process-related issues, troubleshooting equipment problems, and implementing corrective actions.

Collect and analyse production data to identify trends, performance gaps, and opportunities for improvement.

Lead and participate in projects aimed at process optimisation, equipment upgrades, and new product introductions, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.

Work closely with R&D, Quality, and other departments to ensure alignment on production goals and standards. Communicating any changes to the wider business.

Assist in training production staff on new processes, equipment, and best practices.

Ensure all manufacturing processes comply with industry regulations, safety standards, and environmental guidelines.

Manufacturing Engineer Skills & Experience

Mechanical Engineering Degree, or equivalent, would be ideal.

Experience gained identify manufacturing improvements and streamlining engineering processes.

Knowledge of manufacturing automation and robotics processes would be desirable.

Proficient in CAD design, statistical analysis tools, and manufacturing process simulations.

Have strong analytical and critical thinking abilities with a focus on data-driven decision-making.

Be a strong communicator who has the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

The Manufacturing Engineer position is offering £36,000 - £40,000 Basic Salary plus Great Benefits for the successful candidate. This is a full-time permanent position, working 40 hours per week, based at our clients North Yorkshire site in the Harrogate area.

All successful candidates will be contacted within 5 days of application for the position of Manufacturing Engineer. This vacancy is being advertised by Technical Prospects Ltd. The services advertised by Technical Prospects Ltd are those of an Employment Agency.