Manufacturing Engineer - Motions

Terry Parris Associates; Sunbury-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable engineering firm in Sunbury-on-Thames is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to enhance processes and support production cells. With a focus on Lean principles and proven engineering experience, you will improve productivity, drive initiatives for NPI, and ensure quality production. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of MRP systems and a background in regulated industries such as aerospace or automotive. The role offers a competitive salary of £55,000 plus benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Manufacturing or Process Engineer in an electro-mechanical environment.
• Strong knowledge of Lean principles with demonstrable implementation results.
• Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) in a manufacturing setting.
• Confident in using tools such as 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams, PFMEA, SPC and 8D.
• Working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems and process documentation standards.
• Able to manage complex, long-term projects alongside daily support tasks.
• Clear communication skills, with the ability to influence at shop floor and senior level.

Responsibilities

• Supporting production cells with manufacturing process improvements and standardisation.
• Creating and maintaining routings, SOPs, and work instructions within the MRP system.
• Leading Lean manufacturing initiatives, including 5S, visual management, and flow-line optimisation.
• Collaborating with design and engineering teams on NPI and product lifecycle changes.
• Identifying CAPEX requirements and leading improvement projects from concept to execution.
• Managing layout changes and supporting best practice process flows.
• Analysing production data and driving improvements in throughput, labour content, and scrap.
• Coaching cell leaders and supporting shop floor teams with methods, testing and assembly improvements.

Skills

Manufacturing or Process Engineer experience

Lean principles knowledge

NPI support experience

Use of 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams

MRP/ERP systems knowledge

Project management skills

Clear communication skills

Familiarity with regulated industries (aerospace, automotive)

Job description

Overview

Manufacturing Engineer - Motions, Sunbury-on-Thames • £55,000 + benefits • Permanent, Full-Time

What you'll be doing

• Supporting production cells with manufacturing process improvements and standardisation
• Creating and maintaining routings, SOPs, and work instructions within the MRP system
• Leading Lean manufacturing initiatives, including 5S, visual management, and flow-line optimisation
• Collaborating with design and engineering teams on NPI and product lifecycle changes
• Identifying CAPEX requirements and leading improvement projects from concept to execution
• Managing layout changes and supporting the implementation of best practice process flows
• Analysing production data and driving improvements in throughput, labour content, and scrap
• Coaching cell leaders and supporting shop floor teams with methods, testing and assembly improvements

What we're looking for

• Proven experience as a Manufacturing or Process Engineer in an electro-mechanical environment
• Strong knowledge of Lean principles with demonstrable implementation results
• Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) in a manufacturing setting
• Confident in using tools such as 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams, PFMEA, SPC and 8D
• Working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems and process documentation standards
• Able to manage complex, long-term projects alongside daily support tasks
• Clear communication skills, with the ability to influence at shop floor and senior level
• Ideally from aerospace, automotive or similar regulated industry

About the role

This Manufacturing Engineer - Motions role offers the opportunity to shape and improve processes at a business invested in growth, Lean transformation, and high-integrity engineering. You\'ll play a key role in delivering right-first-time production, lower lead times, and improved operator engagement.