Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Data-Driven Line Optimizer

BAE Systems - UK; Preston; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace and defense company is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer based in Samlesbury to drive operational excellence. The role involves data analysis, optimizing performance, and collaborating with teams to implement improvements in manufacturing processes. Candidates should have at least an HND qualification or equivalent, and experience within the manufacturing sector is preferred. This position offers a competitive salary with additional benefits including a pension scheme and flexible health plans.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible health benefits

Shopping discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum HND or equivalent qualification, or recognized apprenticeship.
• Experience in manufacturing, preferably in an Industrial Engineering role.
• Ability to use Excel for data analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Assess and optimise operational performance using data analysis.
• Develop work balance boards for effective resource planning.
• Conduct workplace observations for improvement opportunities.

Skills

Data analysis

Interpersonal skills

Excel proficiency

Education

HND qualification or equivalent

Degree in relevant engineering discipline

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

A leading aerospace and defense company is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer based in Samlesbury to drive operational excellence. The role involves data analysis, optimizing performance, and collaborating with teams to implement improvements in manufacturing processes. Candidates should have at least an HND qualification or equivalent, and experience within the manufacturing sector is preferred. This position offers a competitive salary with additional benefits including a pension scheme and flexible health plans.