Manufacturing Engineer: Drive OEE & Automation

Brellis Recruitment

Coven Heath

On-site

GBP 50,000 - 52,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance 3x salary
Enhanced Pension
Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle2Work scheme
Holiday Purchase Scheme
Discounted gym membership
Meal allowance

Job summary

Brellis Recruitment is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for a leading tier 1 automotive manufacturer in Wolverhampton. You will own process improvements, equipment buy offs and engineering changes in a fast-paced, high‑volume environment.

The role focuses on driving OEE, problem solving, and continuous improvement across automated processes. A strong engineering background, UK driving licence and willingness to travel are essential.

Qualifications

  • Experience with automated processes including PLCs (Siemens), Robotics (ABB), and welding.
  • Knowledge of PFMEA and customer quality standards.
  • CAD proficiency and familiarity with SAP and OEE software.
  • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

  • Achieve process OEE targets across availability, performance and quality.
  • Analyze data, conduct root‑cause analysis and implement improvements.
  • Manage equipment buy offs, engineering changes and cost saving initiatives.
  • Automate and reduce costs of current processes.
  • Document and standardise procedures and monitor KPIs.
  • Develop and validate new or modified equipment.
  • Coordinate with production shift managers on quality concerns and improvements.
  • Engage customers and suppliers on engineering changes and issues.

Skills

PLC automation
ABB robotics
Welding (Spot/MIG)
SPAC
Clinch
Sealant
SPR
CAD
SAP
OEE monitoring software

Education

ONC/HNC in an Engineering discipline
4 year engineering apprenticeship

Tools

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Job description

Brellis Recruitment is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for a leading tier 1 automotive manufacturer in Wolverhampton. You will own process improvements, equipment buy offs and engineering changes in a fast-paced, high‑volume environment.

The role focuses on driving OEE, problem solving, and continuous improvement across automated processes. A strong engineering background, UK driving licence and willingness to travel are essential.

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