Manufacturing Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Henlow; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the defence sector is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support and enhance production lines. In this dynamic role, you will translate design requirements into actionable instructions while collaborating closely with operations staff and design authorities. Your expertise in problem-solving and independent work will be crucial as you tackle manufacturing challenges and ensure the successful introduction of new products. This position offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills in industrial validation and future-oriented manufacturing principles, making a significant impact in a leading organization.

Qualifications

• Technical engineering apprenticeship to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent required.
• Further education certificate or BEng in relevant engineering degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and production of manufacturing lines.
• Manage configuration control and support industrial validation processes.

Skills

Problem-solving

Independent working

Design interpretation

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

HNC or equivalent in relevant subject

BEng in relevant engineering degree

Job description

Job Description

Job title: Manufacturing Engineer

SALARY: circa £42,000! DOE

LOCATION: Letchworth

The role:

This role involves supporting the development and production manufacturing lines by translating design requirements into clear user instructions and overseeing the project manufacturing architecture. You will be responsible for providing daily support to operations staff, identifying and resolving manufacturing issues, and ensuring the successful introduction of new products.

Key tasks include managing configuration control, supporting industrial validation processes like FMEA and process proving, and addressing non-conformance issues. You'll also ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective production while working closely with the Principal Engineer and liaising with design authorities during product development.

This position offers the opportunity to expand your expertise in manufacturing, particularly in areas such as industrial validation and future-oriented manufacturing principles.

Essential

1. Formal technical engineering or craft apprenticeship to NVQ Level 3, TR23, or TR21.
2. Further education certificate to HNC or equivalent in a relevant subject, or a BEng in a relevant engineering degree.
3. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
4. Proactive approach to problem-solving, ensuring delivery milestones are met.
5. Ability to interpret design drawings and create manufacturing build instructions.

For Security Clearance reasons to work this role you must have British citizenship or be a dual with British citizenship.

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