Senior Manufacturing Engineer: Scale Ops & Process

Major Manufacturing; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in the United Kingdom is seeking experienced Manufacturing Engineers to enhance production performance and streamline advanced manufacturing processes. Each engineer will own a distinct technical area, ensuring high-quality production through effective tooling and process development. Ideal candidates will have a degree in engineering and experience in manufacturing environments, confident in using Lean/Six Sigma methods for continuous improvement. This role demands strong communication skills and the ability to mentor peers effectively.

Qualifications

• Strong background in manufacturing engineering within a technical or industrial environment.
• Experience with 3D modelling tools and product definition standards.
• Practical experience applying Lean / Six Sigma or similar continuous improvement methods.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate production tooling, process instructions, and quality controls.
• Lead and contribute to design reviews, risk assessments, and manufacturability studies.
• Apply structured improvement methodologies to reduce variation and improve process stability.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering knowledge

Collaboration skills

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Lean/Six Sigma methodologies

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Process, Chemical, or related engineering discipline

Tools

3D modelling tools

Project/production tracking tools

Job description

A leading manufacturing firm in the United Kingdom is seeking experienced Manufacturing Engineers to enhance production performance and streamline advanced manufacturing processes. Each engineer will own a distinct technical area, ensuring high-quality production through effective tooling and process development. Ideal candidates will have a degree in engineering and experience in manufacturing environments, confident in using Lean/Six Sigma methods for continuous improvement. This role demands strong communication skills and the ability to mentor peers effectively.