Senior Manufacturing Engineer

CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler; City Of London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in the electronics and device assembly sector is seeking an experienced Senior Manufacturing Engineer to lead and optimise their production operations. You will ensure world-class standards in process efficiency and product quality. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in manufacturing leadership with skills in APQP and Lean methodologies.

Benefits

Excellent benefits

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a manufacturing leadership role within electronics or device assembly.
• Proven track record in APQP, NPI, Lean, and continuous improvement.
• Skilled in CAD tools for tooling and fixture design.

Responsibilities

• Oversee smooth transitions from prototype to volume manufacture.
• Lead APQP activities ensuring compliance with standards.
• Identify and implement Lean and Six Sigma initiatives.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

APQP

NPI

Lean methodologies

Continuous improvement

Problem solving

Communication

Project leadership

Education

Degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Wandsworth

£65,000 - £70,000 + excellent benefits

A leading manufacturer in the electronics and device assembly sector are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to lead and optimise their production operations.

As Senior Manufacturing Engineer, you will take ownership of manufacturing performance and innovation across their high-mix, low-to-medium volume production environment. Working closely with Operations, R&D, Quality, and Supply Chain, you will ensure world-class standards in process efficiency, product quality, and delivery performance.

Key Accountabilities

• New Product Introduction (NPI) - oversee smooth transitions from prototype to volume manufacture, developing process flows, tooling plans, and robust operating procedures.
• Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) - lead APQP activities, including PFMEA, control plans, process flow diagrams, (email address removed) and capability studies, ensuring compliance with customer and industry standards.
• Continuous Improvement - identify, implement, and sustain Lean and Six Sigma initiatives to improve yield, reduce waste, and drive cost efficiencies.
• Tooling, Jigs & Fixtures - direct the design, validation, and deployment of production tooling and fixtures to support scalable, ergonomic, and repeatable manufacturing processes.
• Problem Solving & Root Cause Analysis - apply structured problem-solving techniques (8D, DMAIC, 5 Whys) to resolve production challenges and implement long-term corrective actions.
• Compliance & Documentation - maintain manufacturing documentation to ISO and industry standards, ensuring audit readiness and process transparency.

Skills and knowledge required

• Degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent).
• 5+ years in a manufacturing leadership role within electronics or device assembly.
• Proven track record in APQP, NPI, Lean, and continuous improvement.
• Skilled in CAD tools (SolidWorks/AutoCAD) for tooling and fixture design.
• Knowledge of IPC standards and electronics assembly processes (SMT, soldering, testing).
• Strong people management, communication, and project leadership skills.