Manufacturing Engineer – Precision Turbocharger Production

Wabtec; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabtec Napier Turbocharger in Lincoln invites applications for a Manufacturing Engineer. You will leverage CNC programming expertise and lean manufacturing principles to lead projects, develop routings, and drive cost reductions across multiple departments.

The role requires problem solving, teamwork, and the ability to work in a high-precision, low-volume environment. The successful candidate will have an engineering background (HNC or equivalent) and experience with modern machining

Qualifications

• Ideally qualified to HNC level or above in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience in a modern manufacturing facility with CNC programming and problem solving.
• Knowledge of Siemens NX (CAM) and Hypermill is advantageous.
• Understanding Lean manufacturing techniques and processes.
• Computer literacy across common software platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage projects in Manufacturing, delivering on time and within budget.
• Create and maintain Manufacturing Routings, Layouts and work instructions.
• Investigate non-conformances via root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Oversee inspection activities and non-conformance reporting.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Design, Quality, Procurement and external suppliers.
• Define and procure jigs, fixtures, tooling, gauging and lifting equipment.
• Support cost reduction initiatives and NC programming for multi-axis machines.
• Program CMMs using PC-DMIS.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Project leadership

NC programming

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

HNC in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Siemens NX (CAM)

Hypermill

Job description

Wabtec Napier Turbocharger in Lincoln invites applications for a Manufacturing Engineer. You will leverage CNC programming expertise and lean manufacturing principles to lead projects, develop routings, and drive cost reductions across multiple departments.

The role requires problem solving, teamwork, and the ability to work in a high-precision, low-volume environment. The successful candidate will have an engineering background (HNC or equivalent) and experience with modern machining