Manufacturing Engineer

Copello; Test Valley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist defence technology client in Test Valley is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer specializing in Lean and Continuous Improvement. This hands-on role requires a degree-qualified engineer with a Lean Six Sigma certification and a strong background in Lean Manufacturing. You will lead initiatives that enhance quality and efficiency in production, work closely with cross-functional teams, and contribute to high-impact defence programmes. Competitive salary and a flexible benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible benefits package

Supportive culture for innovation and continuous learning

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified engineer or equivalent experience.
• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt.
• Strong background in Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement.
• Experience in electro-mechanical or electronics and mechanical assembly as well as test environments.
• Confident leading change and influencing cross-functional teams.
• Practical knowledge of MRP systems (IFS beneficial, not essential).

Responsibilities

• Leading Lean and Continuous Improvement initiatives that improve flow, quality, cost and delivery.
• Solving complex operational problems using tools such as DMAIC, 8D, RCA and PSP.
• Coaching teams in Lean Six Sigma methods and building a strong CI culture.
• Supporting electronics and hardware assembly and test processes.
• Driving root cause analysis and resolution of non-conformances.
• Working closely with operations, engineering and supply chain teams to deliver sustainable improvements.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

Lean Six Sigma

Problem Solving

Team Leadership

Education

Degree-qualified engineer or equivalent experience

Tools

MRP systems (IFS beneficial)

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer – Lean and Continuous Improvement

Defence & Advanced Engineering | Permanent

Romsey, Hampshire

I'm recruiting for a Manufacturing Engineer on behalf of a specialist defence technology client that’s tackling complex, real‑world challenges where quality, pace and precision really matter.

This is a hands‑on role for a Continuous Improvement professional who enjoys getting close to operations, driving meaningful change, and embedding Lean thinking across engineering and production environments.

What you'll be doing as Manufacturing Engineer

• Leading Lean and Continuous Improvement initiatives that improve flow, quality, cost and delivery
• Solving complex operational problems using tools such as DMAIC, 8D, RCA and PSP
• Coaching teams in Lean Six Sigma methods and building a strong CI culture
• Supporting electronics and hardware assembly and test processes
• Driving root cause analysis and resolution of non‑conformances
• Working closely with operations, engineering and supply chain teams to deliver sustainable improvements

What they're looking for Manufacturing Engineer

• Degree‑qualified engineer or equivalent experience
• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt
• Strong background in Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement
• Experience in electro‑mechanical or electronics and mechanical assembly as well as test environments
• Confident leading change and influencing cross‑functional teams
• Practical knowledge of MRP systems (IFS beneficial, not essential)

Why consider this Manufacturing Engineer position

• Work on high‑impact defence and national security programmes
• Join a technically driven, collaborative environment where improvement is genuinely valued
• Competitive salary and flexible benefits package
• A culture that supports innovation, inclusion and continuous learning

If you're motivated by improving how things are done — not just maintaining the status quo — this is a great opportunity to make a real difference.

Please apply directly or get in touch Alison Francis (phone number removed)