Manufacturing Engineer

Matchtech; West of England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech Group is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for a contract role to support the design and execution of manufacturing processes in a defence-orientated environment. The position is four days on-site with some work-from-home days where applicable, and initial 3 months with extension likely.

You will develop BOMs, routings, process documentation and work instructions, while driving continuous improvement and ensuring accurate production data for planning and execution.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing engineering within defence or security environments.
• Advanced knowledge of manufacturing and assembly processes.
• Ability to estimate production times for capacity planning and cost estimation.
• Clear communication and ability to represent Manufacturing Engineering on the shop floor.

Responsibilities

• Create accurate manufacturing BOMs defining materials and parts for components and assemblies.
• Develop routings, process sketches, stage drawings and process documentation.
• Produce and maintain Work Instructions to support the Master Production Schedule (MPS).
• Process design changes and introduce them into WIP and assembly processes.
• Identify and implement improvements to manufacturing methods, build processes and build logic.
• Compile SAP Production Orders for manufacture or rework of components.
• Identify and request tooling, fixtures and gauges for manufacturing and assembly activities.
• Provide shop-floor support, monitor progress, report issues and contribute to non-conformance reduction.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering

Process improvement

Problem solving

Communication

Tools

SAP Production Orders

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer

4 days per week onsite (some WFH days available where applicable)

3 months initial contract (extension likely)

£31.06 per hour Umbrella

Our client, a leading organisation within the defence and Aerospace sector, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for a contract opportunity. The role will support the manufacture and assembly of components through the development of manufacturing documentation, production processes and continuous improvement activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create accurate manufacturing Bills of Materials (BOMs) defining the materials and parts required for components and assemblies
• Develop manufacturing routings, process sketches, stage drawings and supporting process documentation
• Produce and maintain Work Instructions to support the Master Production Schedule (MPS)
• Process design changes and introduce them into work-in-progress and assembly processes
• Identify and implement improvements to manufacturing methods, build processes and build logic
• Compile SAP Production Orders for the manufacture or rework of components
• Identify and request the tooling, fixtures and gauges required for manufacturing and assembly activities
• Provide shop-floor support, monitor progress, report issues and contribute to non-conformance reduction activities

Job Requirements:

• Experience in manufacturing engineering within a complex engineering, manufacturing, defence or security environment
• Advanced knowledge of manufacturing and assembly processes
• Understanding of manufacturing Bills of Materials, routings and process documentation
• Practical experience creating and amending Work Instructions, stage drawings and process sketches
• Working knowledge of SAP Production Orders and manufacturing information systems
• Ability to estimate production times to support capacity planning and cost estimation
• Strong problem-solving skills, with an understanding of process improvement and non-conformance reduction
• Clear communication skills and the ability to represent Manufacturing Engineering in a shop-support role

Working Environment:

This role offers the opportunity to support high-quality manufacturing and assembly operations within a security-conscious engineering environment. You will work closely with production, engineering and supply chain teams to ensure manufacturing activities remain accurate, efficient and aligned with production requirements.
If you have strong manufacturing engineering experience and are looking for a contract opportunity within the defence and security sector.