Manufacturing Engineer - NPI in Bushbury

Energy Jobline ZR; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson is recruiting for a Manufacturing Engineer – NPI & Industrialisation in Wolverhampton to drive the industrialisation of next‑generation aerospace products. You will lead NPI, develop manufacturing processes, and work with Design Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain and suppliers to ensure readiness from design to production.

The role requires strong APQP knowledge, PFMEA, control plans, and process validation, with hands‑on engineering in a highly regulated aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace/regulated manufacturing environments.
• Proven NPI/industrialisation and production transfer delivery.
• Knowledge of APQP methods incl. PFMEA, control plans, process validation.
• Experience creating/managing manufacturing processes and production systems.
• Strong interpretation of engineering drawings and specs.
• Experience with cross-functional teams, suppliers, equipment providers.
• Understanding DFM/DFA and Design for Automation principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead NPI and industrialisation activities to reach manufacturing readiness to milestones.
• Develop, implement and optimise processes to meet safety, quality, cost and delivery.
• Lead APQP activities: PFMEA, Control Plans, PVP, Production Readiness.
• Establish Manufacturing Readiness Levels and mitigation plans for risks.
• Use SPC and capability studies to improve process capability and performance.
• Define methods, routings, BOMs, standard work and process docs.
• Collaborate with Design Engineering on DFM/DFA/automation incorporation.
• Evaluate manufacturing technologies, automation and vision systems.
• Lead trials, qualification and first article support; perform capability studies.
• Support supplier industrialisation, Make vs Buy, and risk reduction.
• Interface between customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Support continuous improvement and roadmaps for manufacturing tech.

Skills

APQP

PFMEA

Control Plans

Process Validation

MRLs

SPC

Lean Manufacturing

DFM/ DFA

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Education

HNC/HND or equivalent

Degree in Manufacturing/Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Automation systems

Machine vision

SPC software

Job description

Job DescriptionMorson are recruiting for a Manufacturing Engineer – NPI & Industrialisation to join a leading aerospace manufacturing organisation based in Wolverhampton , supporting the development and manufacture of advanced Flight Control Actuation Systems within the Civil Value Stream.This is a technically focused and delivery-driven role where you will play a key part in the industrialisation of next- aerospace products, ensuring manufacturing readiness from early design phases through to production launch.Working at the forefront of New Product Introduction (NPI), you will lead the development, validation and optimisation of manufacturing processes, ensuring products are designed for manufacture, assembly and automation. You will collaborate closely with Design Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Operations, Programmes and external suppliers to deliver robust, lean and capable manufacturing solutions.This is an excellent opportunity to work within a Tier 1 aerospace environment supporting complex electromechanical systems, advanced manufacturing technologies and future aircraft programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) and industrialisation activities, ensuring manufacturing readiness is achieved to programme milestones
• Develop, implement and optimise manufacturing processes that deliver safety, quality, cost and delivery objectives
• Lead APQP activities including: Process Flow DiagramsPFMEAControl PlansProcess ValidationProduction Readiness Reviews
• Establish and manage Manufacturing Readiness Levels (MRLs) and drive mitigation plans for manufacturing risks
• Use SPC, capability analysis and structured problem-solving techniques to improve process capability and manufacturing performance
• Define manufacturing methods, routings, Bills of Materials (BOMs), standard work and process documentation
• Work closely with Design Engineering teams to ensure Design for Manufacture (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA) and Design for Automation principles are incorporated within product designs
• Evaluate and implement manufacturing technologies, automation solutions and machine vision systems
• Lead manufacturing trials, process qualification and validation activities including first article support and capability studies
• Support supplier industrialisation activities, capability assessments and Make vs Buy evaluations
• Act as a technical interface between customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and manufacturing technology roadmaps
• Apply process risk reduction methodologies including PFMEA and other recognised risk management tools
• Support the development of manufacturing standards, specifications and engineering procedures

Requirements

• Experience within aerospace, defence or other highly regulated manufacturing environments
• Proven experience delivering New Product Introduction (NPI), industrialisation or manufacturing transfer programmes
• Strong understanding of APQP methodologies including PFMEA, Control Plans and process validation
• Experience developing and implementing manufacturing processes and production systems
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, technical specifications and manufacturing requirements
• Experience working with cross-functional teams, suppliers and equipment providers
• Knowledge of Design for Manufacture (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA) and Design for Automation principles
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies
• HNC/HND, Degree or equivalent experience in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Production or Aerospace Engineering
• Strong stakeholder management and problem-solving capabilities
• Desirable Aerospace assembly and test experience, ideally supporting flight control, actuation or electromechanical systems
• Experience developing or industrialising welding and joining processes
• Knowledge of Manufacturing Readiness Levels (MRLs)
• Experience with SPC, process capability studies and variation reduction techniques
• Machine vision systems, automated inspection or advanced manufacturing technologies experience
• Knowledge of special process qualification and control requirements
• Lean Six Sigma qualification or equivalent practical experience
• Project management training or qualifications (PRINCE2, APMP or equivalent)
• Degree in Aerospace, Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering

About the Role

This position sits within a major aerospace programme focused on the industrialisation and manufacture of advanced Flight Control Actuation Systems for future aircraft applications.The role is heavily focused on NPI, manufacturing readiness and industrialisation, requiring a hands‑on engineer capable of influencing design, developing manufacturing processes and driving production capability improvements.Working closely with internal engineering teams, operations, suppliers and customers, you will help bridge the gap between product design and successful production delivery, ensuring robust and scalable manufacturing solutions are implemented from day one.Candidates with backgrounds in aerospace, defence, automotive or other highly regulated manufacturing sectors, particularly those with experience in NPI, APQP, process validation and production system development, are strongly encouraged to apply.

What's on Offer

Competitive hourly rate: £30–£40 per hour PAYELong-term contract opportunity within a leading aerospace organisationOpportunity to work on advanced Flight Control Actuation Systems and future aircraft programmesExposure to NPI, industrialisation, automation and advanced manufacturing technologiesCollaborative engineering environment with strong stakeholder engagementOpportunity to influence product design, manufacturing readiness and production capability from concept through to launchSite-based role in Wolverhampton with exposure to cutting‑edge aerospace technology and innovation initiativesTPBN1_UKTJ