Manufacturing Engineer

SeeMeHired; Wallsend; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in England seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to support manufacturing processes and improvements. You will define build processes, develop SOPs, and lead efficiency projects. The ideal candidate should have engineering qualifications or equivalent work experience and advanced Microsoft skills. Benefits include competitive salaries, generous holiday allowances, and career progression opportunities. This role is ideal for someone with a strong understanding of manufacturing processes and a knack for problem-solving.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Generous holiday allowances

Company pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Wellness programmes

Training opportunities

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Qualified or has work-based experience equivalent to degree level in engineering.
• Competent at using standard Microsoft programs to an advanced level.
• Experience in design for manufacture/assembly.

Responsibilities

• Support the prompt recording and actioning of manufacturing issues.
• Define Product Build Processes and develop plans.
• Identify and implement efficiency improvements with the Operations team.
• Lead technical investigations of process failures.
• Support manufacturing process set up and training.

Skills

Process improvement

2D & 3D CAD

Advanced Microsoft office skills

Manufacturing process knowledge

Education

Degree level in an engineering discipline

Job description

Job Overview

The Manufacturing engineering team is the lynchpin between the various engineering and operations functions supporting the management of designed products through the full Manufacturing Life Cycle. Core responsibilities include the design, set up, modification, optimisation and monitoring of manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Support the prompt recording and actioning of manufacturing issues to minimise manufacturing downtime.
• Define Product Build Processes, develop plans and identify where build documentation is required.
• Develop SOPs/BIs/WIs to support SMD UK production and outsourced work at suppliers.
• Identify, coordinate and implement efficiency improvements with the Operations team, including jigs, fixtures, tooling and capital equipment required.
• Lead technical investigations of process failures and manufacturing issues.
• Support the manufacturing process set up and training at manufacturing subcontractors.
• Provide initial contact and liaison for subcontractor tech queries and issues.
• Support if required offsite testing or builds.
• Develop ManEng toolset for NPI, lead process design, documentation, factory design, tooling requirements and PFMEA.
• Plan and deliver CI projects as part of the manufacturing transformation program.

Qualifications

• Qualified or has work-based experience equivalent to degree level in an engineering discipline (mechanical, hydraulic, electrical/control systems or manufacturing).
• Competent at using standard Microsoft programs to an advanced level.
• Experience in improvement processes and design for manufacture/assembly.
• Knowledge of a range of manufacturing processes and their attributes and limitations.

Desired Criteria

• Experience of working in a LEAN environment (preferred).
• 2D & 3D CAD competency (ideal).

Benefits

At Soil Machine Dynamics (SMD), we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package to support their well‑being and professional growth. Benefits include competitive salaries, generous holiday allowances, a company pension scheme, private medical insurance, wellness programmes, mental health support, training opportunities, career progression pathways, and flexible working options where possible.