Manufacturing Engineer – 12 Month Placement

Jobtailor; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Cheltenham, United Kingdom, offers an Early Careers placement in Manufacturing Engineering. You will help define and control production processes, support tooling and equipment, and drive improvements using Lean, Six Sigma, and CAD.

You will study an engineering-related bachelor’s or integrated master’s degree, be in your penultimate year, and have BPSS clearance. Sponsorship is not available for Early Careers opportunities.

Qualifications

• On course to achieve a 2:1 degree or above.
• Penultimate year of study returning to education after placement.
• UK right to work; sponsorship not available for Early Careers.
• BPSS clearance required.
• 3D printing and CAD design a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Define and control production processes, tooling, and equipment.
• Validate design specifications and implement new products, tools, and equipment on the shop floor.
• Drive manufacturing engineering accountability through regular operating rhythms.
• Evaluate and enhance quality control processes.
• Analyse and report production performance including methods, schedules, downtime, cycle times, machine availability, and waste.
• Coordinate maintenance and repair activities.
• Identify and lead improvement projects delivering cost savings and reduced direct labour time.
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures and support Kaizen initiatives.

Skills

Manufacturing Engineering

Lean Methodologies

CAD/3D Modelling

Quality Control Processes

Analytical Problem-Solving

Strong Verbal Communication

Team Collaboration

Deadline Management

Analytical Skills

Education

Engineering-related bachelor’s degree or integrated master's

Penultimate year, 2:1 degree or above

BPSS clearance

Tools

CAD Software

3D Printing

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Define and control production processes, tooling, and equipment
• Validate design specifications and implement new products, tools, and equipment on the shop floor
• Drive manufacturing engineering accountability through regular operating rhythms
• Evaluate and enhance quality control processes
• Analyse and report production performance, including methods, schedules, downtime, cycle times, machine availability, and waste
• Support selection and approval of new equipment
• Ensure compliance with relevant policies and regulations
• Coordinate maintenance and repair activities
• Identify and lead improvement projects delivering cost savings and reduced direct labour time
• Contribute to Manufacturing Engineering projects with training in Lean, Six Sigma, SPC, problem solving, PFMEA, value stream mapping, process flow diagramming, root cause analysis, mechanical concepts, and materials behaviour
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures and support Kaizen initiatives
• Support engineering design, production planning, materials management, cost-reduction projects, and introduction of new products and technologies
• Track New Product Introduction projects and business impact
• Collect and analyse labour, process stability, and performance data
• Support yield improvement with metallic and composite manufacturing teams
• Design tooling and prototypes using CAD/3D modelling software
• Standardise documentation and share best practices
• Deliver projects supported by a People Leader and team

Requirements

• Currently studying an Engineering-related bachelor’s or integrated master’s degree, including Manufacturing, Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Design (Engineering), Materials Science & Engineering, Robotics and Mechatronics, or General Engineering
• On course to achieve a 2:1 degree or above
• To be in your penultimate year of study and returning to education post placement
• Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained
• Permanent right to work in the UK is required; sponsorship is not available for Early Careers opportunities
• 3D printing and CAD design is a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Able to work towards deadlines and as part of a team

Core Competencies

Demonstrates capabilities in Manufacturing Engineering, including process design, quality control, and project management. Proficient in CAD/3D Modelling and Lean methodologies to drive efficiency and cost savings.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Manufacturing Engineering
• Lean Methodologies
• CAD/3D Modelling
• Quality Control Processes
• Analytical Problem-Solving

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Process Flow Diagramming
• Root Cause Analysis
• Value Stream Mapping
• PFMEA
• SPC
• 3D Printing
• Tooling Design
• Production Performance Analysis
• Standard Operating Procedures
• Cost-Reduction Projects

Soft Skills

• Strong Verbal Communication
• Strong Written Communication
• Team Collaboration
• Deadline Management
• Analytical Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

• Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS)

Industry Keywords

• Manufacturing
• Aerospace Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Automotive Engineering
• Materials Science
• Robotics
• Mechatronics

Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft Office
• CAD Software