Manufacturing Engineer Assembly and Integration

European Foundation for Business Qualification (EFBQ); Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence partner in Bolton is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to contribute to the assembly and integration of advanced missile systems. This full-time role offers a hybrid working model and opportunities for training and development. Candidates should possess a strong understanding of build instructions and relevant engineering qualifications, or extensive experience in the field.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Training and development opportunities

On-site facilities including canteen and showers

Qualifications

• Experience in electronic sub-assembly and electro-mechanical systems.
• 20+ years experience can substitute for formal education.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during build.

Responsibilities

• Create and update manufacturing instructions and route cards.
• Design, commission, and test tooling for production.
• Ensure configuration control and support SAP-based non-conformance processes.

Skills

Strong understanding of build instructions

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

HNC/HND in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or equivalent

Tools

SAP experience

ESD training

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer Assembly & Integration

Location:Bolton |Type:Full-time

Join a leading defence partner supporting the UK Ministry of Defence as aManufacturing Engineer. You'll play a key role in assembling and integrating advanced missile systems, supporting multiple manufacturing projects from concept to delivery. This is a contract role with potential for extension or permanent placement.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and update manufacturing instructions and route cards
• Design, commission, and test tooling for production
• Support FMEAs, FAIs, and industrial validation activities
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during build
• Ensure configuration control and support SAP-based non-conformance processes
  
  

What Do You Need?

• HNC/HND in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or equivalent (or 20+ years experience)
• Strong understanding of build instructions and design drawings
• Experience in electronic sub-assembly and electro-mechanical systems
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• ESD training and SAP experience are essential
  
  

Why Apply?

• Work on cutting-edge defence technology
• Hybrid working model with on-site facilities including canteen, showers, and bike racks
• Training and development opportunities available
  
  

What happens now?

Upon submission of your application, should it meet our selection criteria, you will be contacted via e-mail by one of our talent acquisition specialists to arrange a screening call. This telephone chat is structured to explore a series of questions aimed at matching your competencies and capabilities to the specific demands of the position. Please note, this screening is contingent upon the initial success of your application.

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by our clients Security Team.

More About The Role

For more than 70 years, our client has been in a strong partnership with the UK military. They have accomplished numerous milestones in defence engineering and have provided essential defence capabilities to meet the requirements of the armed forces across land, sea, and air.

This job is at our client's site in Bolton facility, one of the North West's leading manufacturing sites for at least 25 years. The facility offers showers and bike racks and is near the motorway, with a petrol station outside. Amenities like an onsite canteen. All employees get training and development opportunities.

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