Manufacturing Engineer
We are seeking a skilled Manufacturing Engineer to strengthen our engineering team. This is a key position within the company, suited to candidates with experience in fast-paced, multinational environments and a passion for driving improvements in manufacturing processes.
About the Role:
* Deliver engineering support to both internal production teams and external customers/suppliers.
* Contribute to the planning and design of new processes that can be seamlessly introduced into production.
* Oversee the manufacture and validation of prototypes, ensuring compliance with specifications and scalability for full production runs.
Responsibilities:
1. Engineering Support: Provide technical assistance to production teams and external partners.
2. Process Development: Collaborate on designing and implementing efficient production processes.
3. Prototype Validation: Ensure prototypes meet quality and scalability standards.
4. Cost Reduction: Identify opportunities to reduce operational costs while maintaining delivery performance.
5. Lean Practices: Apply and continually develop lean manufacturing principles throughout the facility.
6. ERP System Integration: Support the introduction and roll-out of a new ERP system, including process development.
7. Collaboration: Work effectively with the wider engineering department, ensuring adaptability across projects and tasks.
8. Documentation: Maintain accurate technical documentation in line with company policies and engineering standards.
9. Innovation: Suggest and contribute ideas for new product or service developments to enhance customer offerings.
Requirements:
* Degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline.
* Lean Six Sigma training or certification (Green Belt or higher preferred).
* Familiarity with ERP systems; hands-on implementation experience is a plus.
* 2–5 years' experience in a manufacturing or industrial engineering role.
* Background in process development, optimisation, and continuous improvement.
* Exposure to prototype manufacturing, testing, and validation processes.
* Practical experience with lean tools and cost-reduction projects.
* Competence in equipment setup, troubleshooting, and production support.