Manufacturing Methods Engineer - Lean Process Optimization

Wabtec Corporation; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabtec UK in Birkenhead is seeking an experienced Methods Engineer to optimise assembly and manufacturing processes. You will study product and methods, design robust work flows, and deliver efficient manufacturing processes for current and new programs.

You will liaise with Engineering and Operations, lead improvement projects, and present recommendations to management, ensuring compliance and quality. This role is permanent and on-site in Birkenhead.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or HNC in an engineering field is required.
• Experience in production environments with Lean principles.
• Experience with MRP and problem-solving tools (QRQC, 5Y, Ishikawa, 8D).

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key link between Operations and Engineering.
• Provide cost-effective manufacturing systems for new and existing programs.
• Study methods to optimise assembly and manufacturing processes and implement improvements.
• Design and install tools, fixtures, test rigs, and jigs for manufacturing.
• Read and evaluate drawings, models, and designs for assembly and manufacture.
• Review new technologies to improve capacity and quality.
• Develop business cases for management review.
• Lead improvement projects and present to managers and staff.
• Assist Production in analysing problems and proposing corrective actions.
• Measure standard times and implement improvements.
• Ensure equipment meets specifications and tolerances.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Lean manufacturing

Problem-solving

Presentation skills

IT literacy

Education

HNC/Degree in Engineering

Tools

MRP systems

QRQC

5Y

Ishikawa

8D

Job description

Wabtec UK in Birkenhead is seeking an experienced Methods Engineer to optimise assembly and manufacturing processes. You will study product and methods, design robust work flows, and deliver efficient manufacturing processes for current and new programs.

You will liaise with Engineering and Operations, lead improvement projects, and present recommendations to management, ensuring compliance and quality. This role is permanent and on-site in Birkenhead.