Manufacturing Engineer
£40,000 - £48,000 Per Annum
Permanent, Full Time
8am – 4pm Monday to Friday
Industrial Manufacturing, Forging Processes
Leicester
Job ID: 35721
Our client are a supplier of bespoke components to major OEM’s and Tier-1 suppliers and are currently seeking a Manufacturing Engineer, specialising in the development of forging processes, to join their growing Manufacturing Engineering department. This Manufacturing Engineer position is a great opportunity to join a global manufacturing force and will play a critical role in developing and optimising manufacturing processes within a high precision manufacturing environment.
Manufacturing Engineer
Responsibilities
* Develop, implement, and optimise forging processes for superalloy fasteners, including hot and cold forging techniques
* Specify and commission forging dies, tooling, and equipment to meet demanding aerospace standards
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, quality, and production to ensure efficient and repeatable manufacturing processes
* Produce detailed process documentation including routings, work instructions, and standard operating procedures
* Investigate and resolve production issues through structured root cause analysis and corrective action implementation
* Lead process capability studies and support FMEAs and other risk assessment activities
* Identify and deliver cost reduction, yield improvement, and quality enhancement initiatives
* Support capital projects and new equipment introduction for forging operations
* Provide technical support and training to shop floor personnel
Manufacturing Engineer
Skills/Experience
* Degree qualified in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering (Alternatively, apprentice trained with extensive relevant experience)
* Strong background in forging processes, ideally within a high-specification sector such as aerospace or defence
* Familiarity with superalloys
* Solid understanding of materials behaviour, deformation processes, and heat treatment
* Ability to interpret complex technical drawings and specifications
* Knowledge of aerospace quality standards such as AS9100 and NADCAP
* Strong problem-solving capabilities and a hands-on approach
* Lean/Six Sigma knowledge or certification
Manufacturing Engineer
Benefits
* Bonus Scheme
* Private healthcare
* Enhanced pension schemes available
* Life Assurance
* Cycle Scheme and membership discounts
* Annual health check
* Sports & Social events
Embracing diversity in all its forms, our client is an equal-opportunity employer. They welcome individuals from all walks of life, irrespective of race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.
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