Manufacturing Engineer CNC

WR Engineering; Clevedon; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

WR Engineering in Clevedon is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join their manufacturing operation. You will provide technical support across production, drive process improvements and support new product introduction and equipment investment projects.

This role requires a strong CNC machining background and a proactive approach to improving manufacturing efficiency, quality and performance. You will collaborate with multiple teams and may travel internationally as needed.

Qualifications

• At least five years' experience within a manufacturing environment.
• HNC, degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant technical discipline.
• Strong knowledge of CNC turning, milling and/or grinding.
• Analytical approach to problem-solving and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day manufacturing support across CNC turning, milling and grinding processes.
• Drive process capability, efficiency and continuous improvement initiatives using data-led approaches.
• Support new product introduction and equipment investment projects from process development to serial production.
• Manage engineering changes and act as a technical contact for customers and suppliers.
• Lead manufacturing costing and quotation activities.
• Develop manufacturing instructions, tooling requirements and technical documentation.
• Coordinate CNC programming activities and support the introduction of new CNC equipment.
• Reduce scrap, waste and rework through effective process control and improvement.
• Collaborate with Design, Supply Chain, Planning, Customer Service, Quality and EHS teams.
• Support manufacturing investments and wider engineering projects.
• Occasional international travel as required.

Skills

CNC Turning

CNC Milling

CNC Grinding

Problem Solving

Data Analysis

Education

HNC / Degree in technical discipline

Tools

CAM programming

SAP ERP

Job description

Role: Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Clevedon

Salary: Up to £40,000 depending on experience

Our client is looking for an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join their manufacturing operation in Clevedon.

Working closely with the wider engineering team, you will provide technical support across production, drive process improvements and support new product introduction and equipment investment projects. This is a varied role suited to someone with a strong CNC machining background and a passion for improving manufacturing efficiency, quality and performance.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day manufacturing support across CNC turning, milling and grinding processes.
• Drive process capability, efficiency and continuous improvement initiatives using data-led approaches.
• Support new product introduction, from manufacturing process development and layout planning through to prototyping and serial production.
• Manage engineering changes, acting as a technical point of contact for customers and suppliers.
• Lead manufacturing costing and quotation activities.
• Develop manufacturing instructions, tooling requirements and technical documentation.
• Coordinate CNC programming activities and support the introduction of new CNC equipment.
• Reduce scrap, waste and rework through effective process control and improvement.
• Work closely with Design, Supply Chain, Planning, Customer Service, Quality and EHS teams.
• Support manufacturing investments and wider engineering projects.
• Undertake occasional international travel as required.

Skills and Experience

Essential

• At least five years' experience within a manufacturing environment.
• HNC, degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant technical discipline.
• Strong process knowledge of CNC turning, milling and/or grinding.
• A practical, analytical approach to problem-solving and process improvement.

Desirable

• Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) activities.
• Experience creating and managing CAM programmes.
• Knowledge of NC programming for single-function and multi-functional CNC equipment.
• Experience using SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Previous experience within aerospace manufacturing.
• Understanding of aerospace bearing products and their applications.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• IEng, CEng or equivalent professional accreditation, or a willingness to work towards it.