Manufacturing Engineer - Configuration

TN United Kingdom; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in aerospace is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support change management activities within a dynamic environment. This role involves analyzing customer design proposals, managing complex projects, and fostering continuous improvement initiatives. With a commitment to sustainable air travel and a diverse workforce, the company offers structured training and career development opportunities. Join a team that values innovation and aims for net zero emissions by 2050, making a significant impact in the aerospace sector.

Benefits

Competitive Pension

Life Assurance

Holiday Entitlement

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings effectively.
• Experience managing complex projects and change requests.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage engineering change processes.
• Identify process improvements for continuous improvement.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and report setbacks.

Skills

Engineering Drawings

SAP ERP

Microsoft Office

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Project Management

Education

HNC/HND in Engineering

BSc in Engineering

CMII Qualification

Tools

SAP ERP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer - Configuration, Solihull

Client: GKN Aerospace

Location: Solihull

Job Category: Manufacturing

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 43841d0a41a7

Job Views: 9

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description

GKN Aerospace: Reimagining air travel by innovating for a sustainable future. With over 16,000 employees across 33 sites, serving major aircraft and engine manufacturers, and aiming for net zero greenhouse emissions by 2050, we offer a dynamic environment for your career growth.

Role Overview: As a Manufacturing Engineer - Configuration, you will support change management activities, interact with customers and suppliers, and manage engineering change processes within a fast-paced, strategic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and manage change requests, resolve system errors, and provide technical feedback.
• Manage complex projects from approval through to production and delivery.
• Identify process improvements to foster continuous improvement and lean practices.
• Analyze customer design proposals and assess the feasibility, cost, and lead time.
• Create and track change implementation plans.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and report setbacks.
• Develop and maintain engineering procedures and processes.
• Lead change review boards to introduce new processes.

Qualifications and Skills

• Ability to read engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of SAP ERP and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication and team skills.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Experience working under strict deadlines.
• HNC/HND or BSc in Engineering; CMII qualification preferred.

Additional Information

This is a site-based role; sponsorship is not offered. We value diversity and inclusion and are committed to accessible recruitment processes.

What We Offer

• Competitive pension, life assurance, holiday entitlement, and benefits.
• Structured training and career development opportunities.