Manufacturing Engineer

iO Associates; Wales; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace engineering firm is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer for a 12-month onsite contract in Broughton, UK. The role involves providing support on a production line, managing technical issues, and optimizing manufacturing processes. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in manufacturing engineering, preferably in aviation, and possess excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Significant manufacturing engineering experience; aviation sector preferred.
• Working knowledge in a technical manufacturing role.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide lineside support to a fast-paced production line.
• Troubleshoot and resolve recurrent technical issues.
• Manage daily technical issues including missing parts.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Vocational qualification (e.g., NVQ L4/HNC)

Tools

CATIA

SAP

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer (Aerospace/Aviation Manufacturing)

12 Months Contract

Broughton (Onsite)

Are you an experienced Manufacturing Engineer looking for your next challenging contract? An exciting opportunity has arisen to work on a high-profile aircraft manufacturing project for a reputable global client. The role is site-based at a major Northwest UK manufacturing hub (full location details shared post-application).

Key Responsibilities

• Provide lineside support to a fast-paced production line, driving continuous improvement initiatives and supporting cycle time efficiency projects.
• Troubleshoot and resolve recurrent technical issues alongside production teams.
• Plan, control, and manage manufacturing processes to optimize performance and meet operational targets.
• Manage daily technical issues including missing parts, non-conformities, concession management, maintenance, and tools.
• Perform work order management for out-of-cycle work and escalate recurrent issues when necessary.
• Support capacity management to adapt to product lifecycle changes and team needs.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Significant manufacturing engineering experience; aviation sector preferred, but candidates from large/global manufacturing backgrounds also considered.
• Working knowledge in a technical manufacturing role (e.g., using CATIA or SAP is advantageous)
• Vocational qualification (e.g., NVQ L4/HNC) or equivalent experience.
• Strong communication and organizational skills

If you have a strong background in manufacturing engineering and are passionate about continuous improvement on the shop floor, apply today to join a major project team making a real impact!