Senior Paint Manufacturing Engineer — New Model Programs

Apex Resource Management Ltd; Woking; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Resource Management Ltd. is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Paint in Woking to drive manufacturing engineering activities for new vehicle programmes from concept through series production.

You will lead cross-functional teams, develop production concepts, manage timing plans and apply PFMEA to improve Right First Time and manufacturing quality. The role emphasizes mentoring, continuous improvement and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering or related field (2:1 or above).
• Proven experience leading Manufacturing Engineering activities for new vehicle programmes.
• Knowledge of vehicle assembly processes and trim/final assembly.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing engineering activities for new model introductions from concept to production.
• Develop vehicle assembly concepts from virtual manufacturing to production implementation.
• Create and manage programme timing plans, tooling and equipment schedules.
• Develop manufacturing process sequencing, documentation and traceability.
• Lead PFMEA activities to improve Right First Time and quality.
• Own and maintain HPC data to support planning and efficiency.
• Mentor and develop team members; drive continuous improvement and safe practices.

Skills

Leadership

Project Mgmt

Manufacturing Eng

PFMEA

Line Balancing

Education

Degree in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering (2:1+)

Job description

Apex Resource Management Ltd. is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Paint in Woking to drive manufacturing engineering activities for new vehicle programmes from concept through series production.

You will lead cross-functional teams, develop production concepts, manage timing plans and apply PFMEA to improve Right First Time and manufacturing quality. The role emphasizes mentoring, continuous improvement and strong analytical skills.