Manufacturing Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK performance automotive industry is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join their esteemed engineering team in Tonbridge. This hands-on role involves supporting the production lifecycle of high-performance components, particularly focusing on composite lamination and quality assurance. The ideal candidate will have a background in automotive or precision engineering, along with strong problem-solving and teamwork skills.

Benefits

Training opportunities

Opportunities for progression

Overtime compensation

Qualifications

• Hands-on manufacturing experience.
• Knowledge in composites or low-volume production.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve practical problems.

Responsibilities

• Support composite lay-up and curing processes.
• Improve manufacturing and tooling processes.
• Ensure quality and workshop efficiency.

Skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Job description

Job Description

Manufacturing Engineer

Tonbridge

£27,000 - £38,000 + Training + Progression + Overtime

Are you a Manufacturing Engineer or similar looking to join a hands-on, high-performance engineering company who will offer you expert training from the director, progression into management and overtime on top of your annual salary?

On offer is the opportunity to become a key part of a respected engineering team with a long-standing reputation in the UK performance automotive industry. You'll work on technically exciting projects; ranging from custom carbon fibre induction systems to lightweight exhausts and precision cooling components for clients that include motorsport teams, enthusiasts, and classic car specialists. This role offers hands-on variety, real impact, and the chance to turn your engineering skills into high-performance results; on the road, on the track, and in a team that values your input.

In this varied and hands-on role, you'll support the full production lifecycle of high-performance components, from design input to final quality checks. Your duties will include working closely with our design and fabrication teams to develop and refine manufacturing processes, particularly in composite lamination of carbon fibre parts using autoclave curing techniques. You'll also help improve workflows for CNC-machined and fabricated metal parts, support tooling and jig development, and play a key role in quality assurance, material selection, and continuous improvement across small-batch and custom builds.

This role would suit a Manufacturing Engineer or similar with a background in composites, automotive, or precision engineering; someone who enjoys hands-on work, problem-solving, and seeing their ideas come to life in real-world applications.

THE ROLE

• Support composite lay-up and curing




• Improve manufacturing and tooling processes




• Assist with custom builds and prototyping




• Ensure quality and workshop efficiency

THE PERSON

• Hands-on manufacturing experience




• Composite or low-volume know-how




• Practical problem-solver




• Detail-focused team player

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Keywords : Manufacturing, Engineering, Composite Lamination, Managing, Motorsports, Carbon Fibre, Tonbridge, Kent, UK Driving License

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