Manufacturing Engineer jobs in United Kingdom
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Senior Manufacturing Engineer
Job summary
A leading defence and engineering organisation is looking for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer in Bedfordshire. This role involves improving manufacturing efficiency and supporting complex engineering projects. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in 5-axis CNC machining, proficiency in CAD software, and the ability to lead process improvements. A collaborative mindset and eligibility for SC Clearance are essential. This position offers a flexible working pattern on a 4-day week basis.
Qualifications
- Strong experience with 5-axis CNC machining and HyperMill CAM.
- Proficiency with CAD software for 2D technical drawings.
- Solid understanding of MRP/ERP systems (SAP or equivalent).
- Ability to lead process changes for efficiency improvements.
- Collaborative mindset with continuous improvement focus.
- Eligibility for SC Clearance.
Responsibilities
- Develop and optimise manufacturing processes for CNC components.
- Define operation sequences and production layouts.
- Produce Basis of Estimates for engineering activities.
- Identify tooling requirements for manufacturing processes.
- Generate Technical Requirement Specifications.
- Create Manufacturing BOMs for production.
- Participate in Mission Directed Work Team meetings.
- Contribute to technology road mapping for improvements.
- Support capital equipment planning and acceptance.
- Provide engineering support for production.
Skills
Pay Rate: £40 - £50 (Umbrella)
Location: Bedfordshire
Contract: 7x months (Inside IR35)
Hours: 37.5 per week
Working Pattern: 4-day week (Mon-Thurs) with flexible working
Positions Available: 2
A leading defence and engineering organisation is seeking experienced Senior Manufacturing Engineers to support a range of high-profile programmes. The role spans the full product lifecycle from prototype build and development through to full-rate production and end-of-life support. You will play a key role in improving manufacturing efficiency, reducing cost, and enhancing product quality. As a recognised subject matter expert, you will provide technical leadership, problem solving, and manufacturing engineering support across multiple projects.
- Develop and optimise manufacturing processes for medium and large CNC-machined components.
- Define sequences of operation, procedures, and production layouts, ensuring efficient flow and alignment with lean manufacturing principles.
- Produce Basis of Estimates (BoEs) for engineering and shop‑floor activities across multiple disciplines.
- Identify tooling and fixturing requirements for new and existing processes.
- Generate Technical Requirement Specifications and detailed process instructions.
- Create Manufacturing BOMs and routings to support efficient, repeatable build processes.
- Actively participate in Level 1 & 2 Mission Directed Work Team (MDWT) meetings.
- Contribute to technology road mapping, identifying opportunities for process improvement and future capability development.
- Support capital equipment planning from requirements definition through to acceptance.
- Provide engineering support to full-rate production across various product lines.
- Strong experience with 5-axis CNC machining and the HyperMill CAM system.
- Proficiency with CAD software for generating accurate 2D technical drawings.
- Solid understanding of MRP/ERP systems, including experience managing BOMs and routings (SAP or equivalent).
- Demonstrable ability to lead cultural and process change to improve efficiency and quality.
- A collaborative and continuous‑improvement mindset.
- Able to obtain SC Clearance (BPSS required to start).
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