Manufacturing Engineer

McLaren; Woking; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Enhanced pension scheme

Discretionary annual bonus

Private medical insurance

Job summary

McLaren Automotive in Woking seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to lead the development of assembly concepts for new models, guiding them from concept through prototype to series production. You will validate designs virtually, transition to physical validation, and drive process sequencing and traceability while working with cross-functional teams across UK facilities.

The role demands expertise in PFMEA/DFMEA, line balancing, and HPC data management; travel to off-site facilities in the UK/Europe

Qualifications

• A degree in mechanical / automotive engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience implementing safe working practices and a strong work ethic.
• Understanding of low volume, high value vehicle production and brand requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop vehicle assembly concepts from initial concept to series production.
• Virtual environment validation and transition to physical validation & delivery.
• Perform process sequencing, documentation and product traceability workflows.
• Lead line balancing and time/motion studies to optimise HPC data and plant efficiency.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Operations on DFMEA/DFMEA tasks and layout changes.

Skills

Mechanical engineering knowledge

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in mechanical / automotive engineering

Tools

PFMEA

DFMEA

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Manufacturing EngineerRef #59426Date postedThursday, September 10, 2026CountryUnited KingdomLocationWokingBusiness areaManufacturingDepartmentManufacturing EngineeringPosition level5 - Supervisory / Professional - (L-15)Working timeFull TimeContract typePermanentWorking pattern7:30am - 4:30pm Monday to FridaySalaryN/AWhat to ExpectOur Manufacturing Engineering team are growing to support our business plan. New Models mean more opportunity to develop and create processes and standardisation around how we perfect each and every model we build.This role is crucial to the success of our Manufacturing operations, as you will be responsible for the processes and complexities of how we build new models – taking them from initial concept designs through prototype stages into series production.In this role, you will have plenty of variety – everyone in the team will have a wide exposure to the business, including interfacing with concept design and engineering teams across multiple projects, you will witness and influence projects from beginning to end.What You'll DoThe creation and development of the following deliverables for each new model introduction:* Vehicle assembly concept* Starting it the virtual environment and transitioning to physical validation & delivery* Process sequencing, documentation, and product traceability methodologies* To be developed in line with existing Series products & future strategies brand evolution* PFMEA* To support and drive the implementation of best practices to improve RFT delivery* Hours per Car generation & reporting* Ownership and maintenance of the Hours Per Car (HPC) data for new model introductions, ensuring plant efficiency and output targets can be achieved.* Working with Engineering and Operations teams to identify and resolve production bottlenecks* Line balancing* Including running time & motion studies across the plant* Facility layout & utilisationCollaborating with Engineering & Operations teams in leading the design of new / amendments to existing layouts and material flow to ensure new models align with the overall plan and vision for the facilitySupport and influence the following cross functional business activities to achieve the Project deliverables such as:* Concept / Design Reviews* Engineering release delivery* DFMEAWhat You'll Bring**Knowledge, skills & experience:** A degree in mechanical / automotive engineering or similar or equivalent experience in a similar roleIdeally you will have experience with:* implementation of safe working practices* Display a positive attitude and practice strong work ethics that reflects the mission, philosophy and goals of McLaren.* As one of our engineers you will naturally have an understanding and appreciation for low volume, high value performance vehicle production and brand requirements.* We work in a fast-paced environment so the ability to act under pressure with calmness, clarity of thought and decisive authority is crucial. Change is a natural part of our business and candidates must be agile to plans and procedures changing.* You will need to travel to off-site development facilities, within the UK and throughout Europe, therefore a flexible approach to travel is required* You will have the determination to drive forward the business to ‘Best in Class’ performance standards in line with brand expectations and be a lateral thinker able to think outside of the box to make structured and objective decisions**Personal attributes:*** Display a positive attitude and practice strong work ethics that reflects the mission, philosophy and goals of McLaren.* As one of our engineers you will naturally have an understanding and appreciation for low volume, high value performance vehicle production and brand requirements.* We work in a fast-paced environment so the ability to act under pressure with calmness, clarity of thought and decisive authority is crucial. Change is a natural part of our business and candidates must be agile to plans and procedures changing.* You will need to travel to off-site development facilities, within the UK and throughout Europe, therefore a flexible approach to travel is required* You will have the determination to drive forward the business to ‘Best in Class’ performance standards in line with brand expectations and be a lateral thinker able to think outside of the box to make structured and objective decisions* Other traits of a successful McLaren employee will include excellent communication skills both written and verbal, to all levels of the business. Excellent attention to detail and strong data analysis skills including the use of all Microsoft Office applications, specifically with Microsoft ExcelWhat We'll Do for YouWe offer a wide – ranging benefits package, which includes:* Structured career development framework* 25 days’ holiday, plus bank holiday. Annual buy & sell up to five days* Enhanced company pension scheme* Discretionary annual bonus award* Private medical insurance and health cash plan* Life assurance benefit* Ability to apply for a sabbatical of up to one year after only two years’ service* Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping* Generous parental leave policies* A range of wellbeing initiatives, such as employee assistance programme and free financial & mortgage adviceWho Are We?No restraints. No limitations. We don’t simply push boundaries. We completely rethink them. McLaren Automotive exists to create breath-taking performance road cars.It takes a community to do what we do. A diverse group of people with many areas of expertise, united by their passion to deliver visionary products and set new benchmarks.McLaren Automotive commits to equal opportunity for all. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion is at the heart of our impact, it drives our innovation and enables us to truly create something special. Join us on our journey.