556 Manufacturing Engineer jobs in the United Kingdom

• Diagnose and resolve manufacturing issues through effective corrective actions, using data analysis to monitor performance and drive continuous improvement.
• Design and optimise workstation layouts, identify and implement process and capacity improvements, and scope, source, and deliver new manufacturing equipment.
• Use CAD/CAM to design and manufacture fixtures or tooling, and run trials with new tools, machines, and processes to validate performance.
• Work with suppliers to deliver high-quality, cost-effective solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet production targets.
• Provide feedback to improve product design for manufacturability.
• Manage small-scale roadmap projects, including planning, reporting, and stakeholder communication.
• Document processes, trials, and improvements to ensure repeatability.
    

• Relevant engineering degree with 3+ years of experience or relevant formal qualifications (e.g., NVQ level 5) with 5+ years of experience.
• Demonstrated ability to identify improvement opportunities, define them as viable projects, execute them efficiently, and implement stable solutions.
• Capable of accurately diagnosing process issues, determining root causes, and applying effective corrective actions to ensure problems do not reoccur.
• Ability to quickly understand technical issues, communicate them effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, and produce clear, well-structured documentation.
• Track record of leading small to medium impact projects.
• Proficient in using a CAD package.
• Ability to understand Geometric Tolerancing and Dimensioning.
• Good understanding of manufacturing capability by process.
• Great digital skills, including high computer literacy and familiarity with Office 365 and databases.
    

• Competent in manufacturing in at least one of our core processes: 3D metal printing, turning, milling, grinding, honing or assembly and test.
• Experience or qualification in Lean or Six Sigma.
• Previous success in developing robust manufacturing processes for volume production.
• Understanding of all elements in setting up a new process, including requirements, specification, concept design, detailed design, FAT and SAT requirements, procurement, trials, installation, and integration into the production line.
• CNC programming experience, creating programs to machine difficult materials and achieve single digit micron tolerances.
• Working knowledge of in-process control and the steps required to take a process from low to medium production volumes.
• Competent understanding of inspection methods, the best equipment, and the relevant capability.

Job Role: Manufacturing Engineer
Salary: £38,000
Location: Wrexham 
Hours: Mon-Thurs 8am to 4:30pm | Fri 8am to 2:30pm

Overview: 

Our Client are looking for a maintenance engineer to join their maintenance team, providing professional and timely support for a range of mechanical equipment and control system maintenance tasks across the Wrexham site.

The successful candidate will be expected to work closely with production to ensure minimum disruption to production in the event of any down time of machinery by quick responses to equipment failures and regular PPM’s as a proactive measure.

This is a great opportunity for someone to join a successful, global business and become a key player in delivering against our ambitious growth plans.

Duties: 
• Adhere to all Health and Safety rules and practices when performing tasks, operating equipment and moving around the site, seeking guidance where needed.

• Follow established maintenance systems and procedures.

• Recommend, establish and implement effective preventative maintenance procedures for capital equipment where there do not currently exist.

• Support ongoing continuous improvement activities and business initiatives on site as part of the wider goal to move the business to a world class manufacturing / best practice environment. As an example, this will include using and participating in Lean techniques (5S, Kaizen) and internal initiatives of ThinkSAFE and Find it Fix it.

• To plan, schedule and undertake routine maintenance work as required and instructed.

• To support the Production team by responding quickly to reports of equipment breakdowns or failures and ensuring all repairs are undertaken effectively, with minimal disruption to normal production.

• To gain a comprehensive understanding of the PLC controlled, and other specialist equipment to provide full fault diagnosis, support and repair.

• To undertake critical spares analysis for key items of production equipment and to ensure that adequate stocks of spare components are maintained.

• Work as a member of the Maintenance team, providing out of normal production hours as and when necessary, to minimise disruption to production.

• Accurately record all assigned work orders.

• Perform any other duties necessary, as instructed by the Maintenance Manager or member of the site management team to carry out the job function and achieve department and Company objectives.

Requirements: 

• Possess GCSE grade 5 / C standard or above (or equivalent) in Math’s and English.

• Possess a formal qualification in an Engineering discipline (BTEC or equivalent) preferable or demonstrate significant work experience.

• Demonstrate prior completion of Health & Safety in the Workplace courses advantageous.

• Previous experience of mechanical repair of production equipment. Demonstrate a track record (5 years +) working within a manufacturing environment.

• Basic welding knowledge and working experience are advantageous.

• Experience of maintenance and repair of PLC control systems is advantageous.

• Experience of working within a team environment.

• Good computer skills. Able to use in-house maintenance systems to update / confirm tasks.

• Fluent Business English.

• Able to understand instructions, seek guidance and contribute to discussions

What a good candidate possesses: 
• Physically able to work with machinery and equipment safely.

• Attention to detail. Able to follow instructions and adhere to health, safety and environment rules and procedures.

• Able to manage own time and be proactive to resolve problems and produce high quality work within defined deadlines.

• Organised and able to prioritise. Able to plan, organise and prioritise tasks to complete within a defined time. Can create focus and remove roadblocks.

• Analytical in approach to problem solving.

• Good communicator. Able to listen to instructions, share and explain information and work with others.

• Good interpersonal skills. Demonstrate ability to build relationships with others across functions. Gains trust and respect of others.

• Team player. Able to collaborate with others and work together to deliver.

• Willing and able to develop knowledge and skills to support role responsibilities.

• Focused on meeting on customer needs and always working to continuously improve the status quo and contribute to moving the business forward.

• Able to work flexibly and use skills to adapt to different tasks and activities.

• Positive attitude, with “can-do” approach. Is action orientated and has energy to complete

Benefits: 

• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

• Eligibility to participate in UK Goal Share Plan

• Company pension plan

• Life insurance

• Company sick pay

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Cash healthcare plan

• LinkedIn Learning licence

• Free parking available on site

Similar Job titles:  Process Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Reliability Engineer, Continuous Improvement Engineer, Industrial Engineer, Manufacturing Technician, Operations Engineer, Engineering Technician, Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, Equipment Engineer, Systems Engineer, Engineering Maintenance Technician, Maintenance Technician, Technical Support Engineer, Manufacturing Support Engineer, Lean Manufacturing Engineer, Facilities Engineer

Do you have an understanding of processes such as machining and the fabrication of metal components/parts? Do you have experience in planning manufacturing methods within a machining or fabrication environment and a 'how can we do things better' mindset? If so then please read on!

The basics:

Role: Manufacturing Engineer - machining and fabrication

Location: Consett

Salary: Up to 48,000 DOE

Hours - Monday to Thursday (8.00am to 5.00pm) and Friday (8.00am to 1.00pm)

Holidays - 34 per annum inc BH

Pension - 3% employer, 5% employee

Overview:

We now require an additional Manufacturing Engineer to join the team due to expansion. The company have sites across the UK and EU and manufacture components for some well-known names within industry. This role will require an understanding of to how components are made out of metal - techniques such as machining, fabrication, anodising and metal manipulation. You will create manufacturing route cards (SOP's and methods to manufacture) to ensure the best methods to manufacture whilst continually looking at improvements.

The ideal candidate/ Manufacturing Engineer may have some of the following, however, please note these are only desirable and not essential as all applications will be looked at individually:

• Previous experience writing SOP's, methods of manufacture
• Knowledge of machining and fabrication of metal components
• Excellent inter-personal and presentation skills
• Ability to read manufacturing drawings and specifications and break out the details and processes required for each operation required for manufacture.
• Competence in Office particularly Excel, Word and Project.
• Previous experience working in a role where streamlining and improving processes is key aspect of the your role.

Commutable from Stanley, Consett, Durham, Newcastle, Sunderland and surrounding areas.

If you are interested in the Manufacturing Engineer role, please apply immediately due to the urgency of this position.

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Manufacturing Engineer - Sheffield
Position Summary
We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join our Sheffield team. Reporting to the Engineering Lead, you'll be responsible for supporting production, delivering new product introduction (NPI) and continuous improvement (CI) projects, and driving improvements across safety, quality, cost, and delivery.
Key Responsibilities

• Develop and improve manufacturing methods to meet safety, quality, cost, and lead-time requirements.
• Create and update BOMs, routings, SOPs, and other controlled documents.
• Support engineering change management and ensure effective implementation.
• Deliver NPI projects and introduce new tooling and fixtures into production.
• Lead CI and cost reduction initiatives to improve margin and efficiency.
• Analyse manufacturing data, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Support CAPEX investment cases and technology introduction.
• Collaborate with operations, quality, commercial, and planning to meet customer needs.
• Apply risk assessments and H&S input to production processes.

Requirements

• 5+ years' experience in aerospace/metallic structures manufacturing.
• Expertise in at least two: assembly & fabrication, sheet metal forming, CNC machining, heat treatment, welding, EDM.
• HNC or higher in Manufacturing/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering.
• Strong project and risk management experience.
• Skilled in RCA, 8D, PFMEA, 5 Whys.
• Understanding of drawings and GD&T.
• Proficient in MS Office; MS Project desirable.
• Knowledge of AS9100, FAIR, PPAP, lean and Six Sigma desirable.

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Birmingham City Centre

Salary: Up to 45,000

Shift Patterns: 07:00-15:30 (Earlier finish on a Friday of 12:00)

Oliver Rae is recruiting for a Manufacturing Engineer to join a growing business in the heart of Birmingham City Centre. The Manufacturing Engineer (BOMs, Routes & Costings) plays a pivotal role in ensuring accurate and efficient setup of manufacturing data within the ERP system. This includes creating and maintaining part numbers, Bills of Materials (BOMs), routings, and product timings, as well as performing detailed costing analysis for new and existing products.

The role supports smooth product introduction, cost control, and continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and maintain part numbers, BOMs, routings, and manufacturing timings in the ERP system.
• Define and document manufacturing methods for new and existing products.
• Work with the Engineering Team to specify tooling, fixtures, gauges and SOP's (Standard Operating Procedures) required for production.
• Implement process changes and improvements to enhance efficiency.
• Prepare costing summaries for new products, variants, and specials to support sales quotations.
• Estimate machining and manufacturing times for accurate route and cost setup, carrying out product timings where necessary.
• Analyse cost variances and identify opportunities for cost reduction.
• Participate in continuous improvement.
• Placing purchase orders for some equipment and capital expenditure items where required.
• Train production staff on new processes and manufacturing specifications where necessary.

Qualification/experience required

• Strong experience with ERP/MRP systems and manufacturing data management.
• Ability to read drawings.
• Knowledge of CNC machining.
• CAD knowledge.
• HND/HNC or equivalent in Engineering or a time served engineer.
• Previous experience in manufacturing cost estimation.

Why work for this company?

• Permanent position.
• Clear path for progression with ongoing training and development.
• Overtime paid at premium rates.
• Great working hours - with an early Friday finish to start your weekend right.
• Pay review after 6 months.
• Access to the BHSF Corporate Health Cash Plan.
• Employee Hub with discounts at top retailers, restaurants, and more.
• Free workwear provided.
• 33 days holiday, including bank holidays.
• Extra day off after 3 years of service.
• Life Assurance cover.
• Cycle to Work Scheme to support your commute.

Click Apply Now to be considered for the Manufacturing Engineer.

Oliver Rae is an Established Recruitment Business with offices based in Walsall and Halesowen. We supply Temporary and Permanent Staffing to a range of sectors.

INDPERM

Experienced Manufacturing Engineer required for Precision Engineering company based in Plymouth. Reporting to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in developing, implementing, and enhancing manufacturing processes. This position involves designing and testing new processes, optimising existing ones, and troubleshooting production issues. The Manufacturing Engineer ensures compliance with quality and safety standards to uphold our commitment to excellence.

Key Role Responsibilities will include:

• Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods and processes to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
li>Design workflows, workstations, and tools to optimise production.
• Apply lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma, or Kaizen to eliminate waste and improve quality.
• Use data to identify trends, root causes, and areas for improvement.
• Implement corrective actions using structured problem-solving tools (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagram, FMEA).
• Lead or participate in continuous improvement projects.
• Provide day-to-day technical support to production teams.
• Troubleshoot issues related to equipment, materials, and processes.
• Recommend and implement new equipment and tools.
• Work with maintenance teams to ensure machinery is operating optimally.
• Collaborate with quality engineers to ensure products meet quality standards.
• Ensure manufacturing processes comply with safety and regulatory requirements.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings through improved processes, materials, or equipment.
• Conduct time and cost analysis of manufacturing processes.
• Develop and maintain work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and technical documentation.
• Prepare reports on process performance, efficiency, and improvement results.
• Lead or support projects related to new product introductions, capacity expansions, or technology upgrades.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including R&D, Quality, Maintenance, and Procurement.
• Train production staff on new equipment, processes, and safety procedures.
• Provide technical guidance and support to operators and technicians.

Essential Knowledge, Experience and Candidate Attributes required:

• Recent, proven experience Production / Process  or Manufacturing Engineering.

li>Bachelor's or foundation degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering field as a time served apprentice.
• Knowledge and experience of using 8D methodology for problem-solving and six sigma methodology.
• Proficiency in statistical process control (SPC) and other quality control methods.
• Proven track record of process improvement and reduction in internal failure cost.
• Experience with process design, optimisation and troubleshooting.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and principles.
• Proficient in CAD software (SolidWorks) and other engineering tools.

Please note, our client does not have a Skilled Worker Sponsorship Licence therefore to apply for this role, it is essential that candidates have the immediate right to work in the UK.

If you are an experienced Manufaturing, Process or Production Engineer, please submit an up to date CV by using the ‘apply’ button below.

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Manufacturing Engineer

Liverpool, site based role

Excellent salary plus benefits

37.5 hours/week. Flexible start and end times

Are you an experienced manufacturing engineer from a pharmaceutical or cleanroom background, looking for an exciting ,newly created role, working in a purpose built facility?

The company can offer an excellent working environment , job security and the chance to progress your career as this division is forecasted to grown due to newly signed supplier agreements.

This role will be working in a cleanroom manufacturing environment, in a varied position, including review of processes, investigating problems and ensure efficiency and quality are of the highest standard.

The Role
Full time, permanent, site based position within a cleanroom manufacturing environment.
Establish and review manufacturing processes required to make the product
Investigate manufacturing failures

The Person

Academic/working background in manufacturing engineering
Experience in a manufacturing engineer role with a strong understanding of processes and manufacturing flow
Experience of working in a cleanroom/pharmaceutical environment advantageous

Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed)

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Nick Smith at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

A global manufacturer of precision components supplied to sectors including aerospace, automotive and defence have a new vacancy for a Manufacturing Engineer. Joining at a time of expansion, the role will play a key role in developing new manufacturing processes, ensuring daily productivity targets are met and driving continuous improvement initiatives across the plant. Candidates are sought who have a good understanding of precision machining processes and experience developing robust engineering solutions.

The Role:

Design, implement, and improve manufacturing processes.

Develop manufacturing capabilities.

Work with the Development Team on NPI.

Investigate root cause and corrective actions.

Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth product flow and continuous improvement.

Support manufacturing areas to ensure daily targets are met.

Develop and maintain process documentation, workflows, and technical specifications.

Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for any production issues.

Monitor and improve KPIs such as throughput, downtime, and overall equipment efficiency (OEE).

Identification and introduction of product/process improvements.

Identify areas for improvement and lead cost saving projects.

The Person:

Proven experience working in a precision engineering environment.

Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.

Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.

Ability to work collaboratively in a team and drive change effectively.

Experience of cost saving processes and procedures.

Manufacturing Engineer
35,000 - 40,000 + Training + Progression Opportunities
Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5pm
Lancaster

Are you an engineer with a background in manufacturing? Are you interested in securing role, that is offering first class training and internal progression opportunities?

This is a varied and interesting role, that will see you become responsible for major engineering projects within a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility near Lancaster.

Due to an exciting period of growth, we are recruiting for a manufacturing / process engineer to join a highly skilled and busy operations and production team.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a manufacturing company at the forefront of their sector, that has recently had significant investment. They can provide continuous professional development and progression opportunities into more senior roles within the business.

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting new product introductions, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and optimizing production processes through lean manufacturing principles.

This role would suit a motivated engineer looking for a technically interesting role, where you will receive continuous professional development and funding to attend external courses for things such as lean 6 sigma for example.

For further information, please click apply - REF4450 .

The Role:
*Improving efficiency & reducing waste
*Managing NPI and continuous improvement projects
*Collaborating with cross-functional teams including R&D, Quality, Production,
and Supply Chain.

The Candidate:
*Engineering related degree or similar qualification - Essential
*Experience within a manufacturing environment - Essential
*Must live a commutable distance away from Lancaster

Elix Sourcing Solutions is a specialist recruiter for Engineering, IT and Science roles ranging from mid to senior level positions. Please be aware that we will only accept applications from candidates that have a valid work permit to work in the UK. By applying to this job, you are confirming that you do not hold a criminal record and that you know of no legal reason why you would be ineligible for employment.

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