Manufacturing Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Leicester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a global manufacturing leader as a Manufacturing Engineer specializing in forging processes. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop and optimize high-precision manufacturing processes for superalloy fasteners. You will collaborate with design, quality, and production teams, ensuring that aerospace standards are met while driving efficiency and quality improvements. With a commitment to diversity and equal opportunity, this innovative firm values contributions from all backgrounds. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to make a significant impact in the aerospace sector, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bonus Scheme

Enhanced Pension Schemes

Life Assurance

Cycle Scheme and Membership Discounts

Sports & Social Events

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering or relevant experience.
• Strong background in forging processes, especially in aerospace.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize forging processes for superalloy fasteners.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure efficient manufacturing processes.
• Investigate production issues and lead process capability studies.

Skills

Forging Processes

Mechanical Engineering

Problem-solving

Lean/Six Sigma

Technical Drawing Interpretation

Materials Behavior and Heat Treatment

Aerospace Quality Standards (AS9100, NADCAP)

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering

Relevant Experience through Apprenticeship

Job description

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Industry: Manufacturing & Forging Processes

Job ID: 35721

Our client is a supplier of bespoke components to major OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers. They are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer specializing in forging processes to join their growing Manufacturing Engineering department. This position offers an excellent opportunity to be part of a global manufacturing leader and play a key role in developing and optimizing manufacturing processes in a high-precision environment.

Manufacturing Engineer Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and optimize forging processes for superalloy fasteners, including hot and cold forging techniques.
• Specify and commission forging dies, tooling, and equipment to meet aerospace standards.
• Collaborate with design, quality, and production teams to ensure efficient manufacturing processes.
• Produce process documentation such as routings, work instructions, and SOPs.
• Investigate and resolve production issues using root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Lead process capability studies and support FMEAs and risk assessments.
• Identify and implement cost reduction, yield improvement, and quality enhancement initiatives.
• Support capital projects and new equipment for forging operations.
• Provide technical support and training to shop floor personnel.

Skills and Experience

• Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering, or extensive relevant experience through apprenticeship.
• Strong background in forging processes, preferably in aerospace or defense sectors.
• Familiarity with superalloys.
• Understanding of materials behavior, deformation, and heat treatment.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of aerospace quality standards such as AS9100 and NADCAP.
• Problem-solving skills with a practical, hands-on approach.
• Lean/Six Sigma certification or knowledge.

Benefits

• Bonus Scheme
• Enhanced pension schemes
• Life Assurance
• Cycle Scheme and membership discounts
• Sports & Social events

Our client embraces diversity and is an equal-opportunity employer. They welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.

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