New Model Manufacturing Engineer

Expleo UK LTD; Woking; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive engineering company is seeking experienced Manufacturing Engineers to join their cutting-edge facility in Surrey. These contract positions provide an opportunity to collaborate with a talented team on high-performance road vehicles. Candidates must have a degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering and experience in vehicle assembly processes. Responsibilities include supporting the development of manufacturing processes and leading design layouts for new models. This is a chance to make a significant impact in the automotive industry.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical / Automotive Engineering or relevant experience is a must.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle assembly processes and operational constraints.
• Proficiency in CATIA or similar CAD software is required.

Responsibilities

• Support the integration of manufacturing processes for Series Models.
• Collaborate with teams on assembly processes from design to production.
• Lead design of layouts and material flow for new models.

Skills

Process documentation

Vehicle assembly processes

CAD software (preferably CATIA)

Strong work ethic

Understanding of niche vehicle production

Education

Degree in Mechanical / Automotive Engineering or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

Expleo is currently looking for experienced Manufacturing Engineers to join our client's cutting-edge facility focused on high-performance road vehicles. These contract positions, based in Surrey and inside IR35, offer a fantastic opportunity to collaborate with a highly skilled team.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of manufacturing processes for Series Models, ensuring seamless integration into existing production environments.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to create robust, repeatable assembly processes and documentation, from initial design to series production.
• Define, specify, and deliver optimal operational practices in line with brand expectations, while assisting the manufacturing engineering team in creating departmental budgets for program business cases.
• Ensure successful delivery of new products by supporting the achievement of all project gateway milestones.
• Lead the design of new layouts and material flow, collaborating with Engineering & Operations teams to align new models with the facility's overall plan and vision.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• A degree in Mechanical / Automotive Engineering or a similar field, or equivalent experience in a comparable role.
• Experience in creating process documentation.
• Strong background in vehicle assembly processes.
• Familiarity with assembly equipment (procurement experience is a plus).
• Experience with planning and executing new vehicle program targets.
• Solid understanding of operational constraints.
• Proficiency in CAD software (preferably CATIA).

Personal Attributes

• A strong understanding of niche vehicle production and brand-specific requirements.
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure while maintaining clear, calm thinking in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive attitude with a strong work ethic.
• A deep appreciation for low-volume, high-value performance vehicle production.
• Flexibility to travel to off-site development facilities in the UK and Europe as required.

If you're interested in these exciting opportunities and want to be part of a dynamic team contributing to the production of high-performance vehicles, please send your CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed).

This is a great chance to make an impact in a cutting-edge facility and help deliver vehicles that meet the highest standards of quality