Manufacturing Engineer

Metalis Recruitment Group; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime paid at 1.5x

33 days' holiday

Company pension

Health and Well-being programme

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Metalis Recruitment Group in Nottingham is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to take full technical ownership of complex, high‑precision machining projects, across regulated sectors. You will define and optimise manufacturing processes, lead quality and compliance activities, and support production teams to deliver to the highest standards.

The role requires translating customer specs into routings and work instructions, developing CNC strategies and fixturing, and building complete technical

Qualifications

• Strong background in precision machining within regulated sectors.
• Proven ability to define methods of manufacture for complex components and assemblies.
• Solid understanding of CNC machining, tooling, materials, GD&T, and process optimisation.
• Experience with CAD/CAM software.
• Confident communicator with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Translate customer specifications and regulatory standards into clear manufacturing methods and work instructions.
• Define, validate, and optimise processes for complex, high-precision machined components.
• Develop CNC machining strategies, tooling concepts, and fixturing solutions.
• Produce routings, stage drawings, and operation sheets.
• Specify materials, subcontract processes (heat treatment, NDT, coatings), and inspection requirements.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives targeting cycle time, waste reduction, and cost optimisation.
• Build and maintain complete technical documentation packs for full traceability and audit readiness.

Skills

Precision machining

Manufacturing methods

CNC machining

GD&T

Communication

Tools

CAD/CAM

Job description

Job Role:

Manufacturing Engineer

Location:

Nottingham

Salary:

£45 - 50k

Tenure:

Full Time, Permanent

About the job

A manufacturing business in Nottingham is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to take full technical ownership of complex, high-precision machining projects. Working across demanding programmes in regulated sectors, you will define and optimise manufacturing processes, lead quality and compliance activities, and support production and quality teams to deliver to the highest standards.

The role

• Translate customer specifications and regulatory standards into clear manufacturing methods and work instructions
• Define, validate, and optimise processes for complex, high-precision machined components
• Develop CNC machining strategies, tooling concepts, and fixturing solutions
• Produce routings, stage drawings, and operation sheets
• Specify materials, subcontract processes (heat treatment, NDT, coatings), and inspection requirements
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives targeting cycle time, waste reduction, and cost optimisation
• Build and maintain complete technical documentation packs for full traceability and audit readiness

What you'll need

• Strong background in precision machining within marine, aerospace, nuclear, or similarly regulated sectors
• Proven ability to define methods of manufacture for complex components and assemblies
• Solid understanding of CNC machining, tooling, materials, GD&T, and process optimisation
• Experience with CAD/CAM software
• Confident communicator with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to influence stakeholders

What you'll get

• Overtime paid at 1.5x
• 33 days' holiday (including statutory)
• Company pension
• Company Sick Pay Scheme
• Health and Well-being and Referral programme
• Life insurance and Employee Assistance Programme
• Free parking