REACH/INDUS Engineer

Safran Group; Slough; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran Electrical Components in Slough is seeking an experienced Reach / Indus Engineer to lead the industrialisation of new products from concept to production, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

You will define and improve manufacturing processes, design tooling and production flows, manage projects end-to-end, and collaborate with Design, Manufacturing, Quality, and Procurement across UK and international sites.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree (Mechanical / Industrial / Manufacturing).
• Experience in industrialisation / production engineering in a manufacturing environment (aerospace, automotive, or similar).
• Strong project management and cross-functional coordination skills.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and process validation (including special processes).
• Exposure to REACH / material compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead industrialisation of new products and major changes.
• Define and improve manufacturing processes for efficiency, quality, and cost.
• Design tools, fixtures, and production equipment requirements.
• Develop proof of concepts (e.g. 3D printing) and specify tooling where needed.
• Estimate costs, define time standards, and optimise production performance and yield.
• Lead projects end-to-end using a structured gated process.
• Coordinate internal and external stakeholders (engineering, manufacturing, suppliers).
• Produce and manage PFMEA, Process Flow, Control Plan, and VSM documentation.
• Track progress, risks, and KPIs, and report to stakeholders.
• Support REACH compliance and sustainability initiatives.
• Collaborate with Design, Manufacturing, Quality, Procurement and international sites.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional coordination

Industrialisation

Manufacturing processes

REACH compliance

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

2D/3D CAD

3D printing

Job description

Safran – Here, we craft excellence together.

At Safran, excellence is a journey – and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision.

We are looking for passionate individuals to join our Engineering team as a Reach / Indus Engineer at our Slough site.

About Safran Electrical Components – Slough

Safran Electrical Components (SEC) specialises in the design, development, and qualification of high-performance electrical interconnection components used in demanding aerospace environments.

Your Role

Lead the industrialisation of new products from concept to production, while ensuring the re-industrialisation and compliance of existing products in line with business and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities will include:

Industrialisation & Process Development

• Lead industrialisation of new products and manage major changes impacting existing products
• Define, develop, and improve manufacturing processes to ensure efficiency, quality, and cost performance
• Design and introduce new processes, equipment, and production flows
• Specify tooling, equipment, and manufacturing methods (including special processes such as coating, bonding, plating)
• Estimate costs, define time standards, and optimise production performance and yield

Project Management

• Lead projects end-to-end using a structured gated process
• Define objectives with Engineering / Program / Product teams and ensure delivery (cost, quality, timeline)
• Coordinate internal and external stakeholders (engineering, manufacturing, suppliers)
• Produce and manage key documentation (PFMEA, Process Flow, Control Plan, VSM, etc.)
• Track progress, risks, and KPIs, and report to stakeholders

Tools, Equipment & Design

• Design tools and fixtures (2D/3D CAD)
• Define machine requirements and commissioning plans
• Develop proof of concepts (e.g. 3D printing)

REACH & Compliance / Sustainability

• Act as a key contributor to REACH compliance across products, materials, and processes (including SVHC monitoring)
• Support re-industrialisation initiatives driven by regulatory or environmental changes
• Improve sustainability of manufacturing processes

Collaboration & Team Contribution

• Work closely with cross-functional teams: Design, Manufacturing, Quality, Procurement
• Engage stakeholders across UK and international sites
• Support and mentor less experienced team members
• Promote best practices and ensure process adherence

Reporting & Communication

• Monitor and report on industrialisation delivery and KPIs
• Manage priorities and capacity planning
• Communicate progress, risks, and opportunities clearly to stakeholders

What You've Bring

Essential

• Engineering degree (Mechanical / Industrial / Manufacturing)
• Experience in industrialisation / production engineering in a manufacturing environment (aerospace, automotive, or similar)
• Strong project management and cross-functional coordination skills
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and process validation (including special processes)
• Exposure to REACH / material compliance

Desirable

• Knowledge of aerospace standards (AS9100, ISO 9001)
• Experience with IMDS / BOM compliance
• Experience leading STEERCO meetings and industrial readiness reviews