Manufacturing Engineer

McLaren Automotive Ltd; Sheffield (TX); On-site; USD 53,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Holiday allowance

Pension scheme

Bonus

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Sabbatical after 2 years

Lifestyle discounts

Parental leave

Wellbeing programme

Job summary

McLaren Automotive is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer at the Composite Technology Centre to drive improvements in quality, cost efficiency, cycle time and equipment availability across production. You will lead new composites processes, mentor teams, and ensure robust design for manufacture of composite components.

With a focus on data analysis, PPS problem solving and effective change management, you will present KPIs to stakeholders and support documentation updates.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing engineering role within composites manufacturing.
• Experience with pre-preg composite manufacturing is desirable.
• Experience with resin transfer moulding is desirable.
• Familiarity with CAPEX procurement is advantageous.
• Proficient in structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 8D, PPS).
• Ability to lead process improvement projects (DMAIC).
• Skilled in handling and analysing large datasets.
• Experience in CAD modelling for composites.
• Knowledge of PFMEA and control plans is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead the introduction of new composites products, processes, machinery, and tooling into production.
• Provide feedback to design team for robust manufacture of composite parts and tooling.
• Act as primary Engineering contact for Production and Maintenance teams.
• Lead initiatives to improve composites processes, reduce cycle time and scrap, enhance equipment availability, and support product repairs/introductions.
• Collect, analyse, and interpret complex process data to inform development.
• Facilitate PPS activities to resolve quality issues within defined timeframes.
• Maintain and update production process documentation (PFMEAs, control plans).
• Support creation and revision of SOPs, work instructions, and product standards.
• Manage engineering changes for existing production parts.
• Present project status updates and KPIs to stakeholders.

Skills

Composite manufacturing

DMAIC

8D problem solving

Data analysis

PPS

Change management

CAD modelling

PFMEA knowledge

Process improvement

Communication

Tools

CAD software

Job description

What to Expect

To drive continuous improvement in quality, cost efficiency, cycle time, and equipment availability across the manufacturing processes at the McLaren Composite Technology Centre. This role plays a key part in enhancing operational performance and supporting the introduction of new products and technologies.

What You'll Do

• As a Manufacturing Engineer, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
• Leading the introduction of new composites products, processes, machinery, and tooling into production.
• Providing feedback to the design team to ensure robust design for manufacture of composite parts and tooling.
• Acting as the primary Engineering contact for Production and Maintenance teams.
• Leading initiatives to improve composites manufacturing processes, focusing on reducing cycle time and scrap, enhancing equipment availability, and supporting product repairs and introductions.
• Collecting, analysing, and interpreting complex process data to deepen process understanding and inform technical development.
• Facilitating Practical Problem-Solving (PPS) activities to resolve quality issues within defined timeframes
• Maintaining and updating production process documentation, including process flows, PFMEAs, and control plans.
• Supporting the creation and revision of production documents such as standard operating procedures, work instructions, and product standards.
• Managing engineering changes for existing production parts.
• Presenting project status updates and key performance indicators (KPIs) to stakeholders.

What You'll Bring

Functional / Technical Skills:

• Proven experience in a manufacturing engineering role, ideally within the composites manufacturing sector.
• Experience with pre-preg composite manufacturing is desirable.
• Experience with high-pressure and low-pressure resin transfer moulding is desirable.
• Familiarity with engineering CAPEX procurement is advantageous.
• Proficient in structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 8D, PPS)
• Demonstrated ability to lead process improvement projects using approaches such as DMAIC.
• Skilled in handling and analysing large datasets.
• Capable of establishing accurate and relevant data collection systems.
• Experience in CAD modelling, preferably for composite components.
• Knowledge of PFMEA reviews and control plan updates is beneficial.
• Strong presentation skills with the ability to communicate complex issues clearly.
• Familiarity with structured change management systems.
• Excellent IT proficiency.

Personal Attributes / Competencies:

• Self-motivated and capable of both independent work and team leadership.
• Adaptable to a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Effective in influencing, negotiating, and resolving conflicts.
• Flexible and open-minded approach to tasks and responsibilities.

What We’ll Do for You

We offer a wide – ranging benefits package, which includes:

• Structured career development framework
• 25 days’ holiday, plus bank holiday. Annual buy & sell up to five days
• Enhanced company pension scheme
• Discretionary annual bonus award
• Private medical insurance and health cash plan
• Life assurance benefit
• Ability to apply for a sabbatical of up to one year after only two years’ service
• Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping
• Generous parental leave policies
• A range of wellbeing initiatives, such as employee assistance programme and free financial & mortgage advice

Who Are We?

No restraints. No limitations. We don’t simply push boundaries. We completely rethink them. McLaren Automotive exists to create breath-taking performance road cars.

It takes a community to do what we do. A diverse group of people with many areas of expertise, united by their passion to deliver visionary products and set new benchmarks.

McLaren Automotive commits to equal opportunity for all. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion is at the heart of our impact, it drives our innovation and enables us to truly create something special. Join us on our journey.