Manufacturing Engineer

Leonardo UK Ltd; Southampton; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time to Recharge

Pension scheme

Mental health support

Bonus scheme

Coursera/LinkedIn Learning access

Refer a friend program

Private healthcare & discounts

Flexible hours

Job summary

Leonardo UK Ltd in Southampton is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join our production and R&D facilities. You will perform production support, design for manufacture, and NPI with data-driven process improvements.

The role requires hands-on experience in semiconductor processes, lean and six-sigma, and the ability to train staff while updating documentation. Hybrid working and strong compliance with quality systems are expected.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in physics/chemistry/manufacturing related subject.
• Lean manufacturing and six-sigma with pFMEA, SPC, RCA experience.
• Proficient with MS Office; familiarity with Minitab and SAP ERP.

Responsibilities

• Solve day to day manufacturing problems and resolve production stops in a timely manner. 50/50 office / cleanroom environment.
• Update documentation and train manufacturing staff in new techniques.
• Monitor performance of manufacturing cells by using production data such as yield, cycle time, touch time and process capability metrics and use that data to target improvement activity.
• Report and communicate to all levels of the organisation in an appropriate manner.
• Identify, plan and implement innovative process improvements using a data based approach to justify changes.
• Improve the efficiency of manufacturing cells by utilising lean manufacturing and six-sigma techniques.
• Ensure work complies with the Quality Management System, and regulatory and legal requirements.
• Acquisition of new equipment, specification writing and qualification planning and implementation.

Skills

semiconductor manufacturing

lean manufacturing

six-sigma

pFMEA

SPC

root cause analysis

Minitab

SAP

Microsoft Office

wafer handling

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Minitab

Job description

Job Description:

Salary: £37,318 - £48,000

Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is bench marked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity.

Your Impact

At Leonardo, we have a fantastic new opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer. You will carry out activities such as: production support, design for manufacture and new product introduction, process development and improvement activities.

You will be able to demonstrate good technical knowledge and a practical \"hands-on skill set\" along with core engineering skills including data analysis, problem solving and continuous improvement.

What you’ll do as a Manufacturing Engineer:

• Solve day to day manufacturing problems and resolve production stops in a timely manner. 50/50 office / cleanroom environment.
• Update documentation and train manufacturing staff in new techniques.
• Monitor performance of manufacturing cells by using production data such as yield, cycle time, touch time and process capability metrics and use that data to target improvement activity.
• Report and communicate to all levels of the organisation in an appropriate manner.
• Identify, plan and implement innovative process improvements using a data based approach to justify changes.
• Improve the efficiency of manufacturing cells by utilising lean manufacturing and six sigma techniques.
• Ensure work complies with the Quality Management System, and regulatory and legal requirements.
• Acquisition of new equipment, specification writing and qualification planning and implementation.

What you'll bring

• Engineer with experience of semiconductor manufacturing such as: thin film deposition (sputter & evaporation), ion beam milling, photolithography, wire bonding, and flip chip bump bonding.
• Technical background –physics/chemistry/manufacturing related subject. Degree or equivalent relevant experience.
• Lean manufacturing and six-sigma techniques, pFMEA, SPC, failure analysis, root cause analysis.
• Good skills with Microsoft Office, familiar with Minitab or similar statistical analysis and ERP system such as SAP.
• Manual dexterity handling wafers and small piece parts.
• Comfortable using microscopes.
• Adaptable and comfortable in a dynamic and changing environment

it would be nice if you had:

• Experience of KnS auto wirebonders and program creation.
• Suss Microtech spin coaters and developer programming.
• Direct Write (UV laser) Lithography and KLayout Mask design experience.

This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn.

Security Clearance

This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting

Why join us

At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.

• Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.
• Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
• Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).
• Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.
• Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
• Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.
• Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.
• Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.

For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.

Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.

At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.

Primary Location:

GB - Southampton

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hybrid Working:

Onsite