Manufacturing Engineers (4 day week)

MCS Group; Northern Ireland; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing client in Larne is seeking two Manufacturing Engineers for a temporary contract. This hands-on role involves delivering engineering excellence and implementing innovative production processes, offering a great opportunity for career advancement within a globally recognized company and a compressed 4-day work week.

Benefits

Compressed 4-day work week

Exposure to cutting-edge technology

Supportive, innovative environment

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing engineering role essential.
• Strong understanding of continuous improvement methodologies required.
• Excellent collaborative skills across multidisciplinary teams expected.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engineering excellence across manufacturing systems and operations.
• Manage projects in New Product Introduction and process improvements.
• Solve complex engineering problems with autonomy.

Skills

Lean manufacturing principles

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Degree in engineering or equivalent discipline

Tools

Manufacturing processes and automation technologies

Job description

MCS Group is proud to be partnering with a leading manufacturing client in Larne to recruit two Manufacturing Engineers on a temporary contract, starting asap. This is a fantastic opportunity for experienced engineers looking to take the next step in their career with a well established organisation, all while benefiting from a 4-day work week.

About the Role

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a vital role in delivering engineering excellence across manufacturing systems and operations. You'll provide technical expertise to design, develop, and implement innovative production processes, helping to drive operational efficiency and meet customer specifications.

This is a hands-on engineering position where you will manage and support projects across New Product Introduction (NPI), process improvements, equipment selection, and lean manufacturing initiatives. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams and be given the autonomy to solve complex engineering problems.

What You'll Bring:

• A degree in an engineering or equivalent discipline, or higher level qualification and relevant engineering experience in a manufacturing engineering role.
• Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
• Experience working with manufacturing processes, equipment and automation technologies
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive, hands-on approach to challenges
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across multidisciplinary teams

Why Join?

• Work a compressed 4-day week (Mon-Thurs) and enjoy a better work-life balance
• Contribute to high-impact engineering projects in a supportive, innovative environment
• Gain exposure to cutting-edge technology and complex manufacturing systems
• Enhance your CV with a globally recognised manufacturing leader

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Kirsty Dillon Specialist Consultant at MCS Group 028 9693 5510

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