Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Huddersfield - 1 day WFH
Working Hours: 37.5 hours/week, Monday to Friday - Choose the hours you work (Core hours 9 am-2:30 pm)
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

About the Role

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join a major player in the Defence sector and play a key role in supporting our production and assembly operations. You'll be involved in technical problem-solving, process development, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure product quality and operational efficiency.

This is a hands-on engineering role ideal for individuals passionate about precision manufacturing and continuous improvement within a high-integrity sector.

Key Responsibilities

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  Provide daily technical support to production and assembly teams.

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  Act as a critical link between design engineering and the shop floor.

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  Evaluate component manufacturability and tooling/machine suitability.

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  Participate in design reviews and provide input on production feasibility.

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  Conduct PFMEAs and support process development.

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  Interpret and create 2D and 3D manufacturing drawings.

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  Ensure compliance with Quality Assurance standards.

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  Drive continuous improvement (CI) initiatives to optimise production.

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  Design custom tooling and uphold Machinery Safety regulations.

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  Collaborate with internal departments (design, quality, supply chain) and external partners.

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  Generate work orders and complete associated technical documentation.

Qualifications

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  Minimum: Relevant engineering diploma with practical experience in a manufacturing environment.

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  Preferred: Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related Engineering field.

Skills & Experience

Technical:

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  Experience with rotating component manufacture (e.g. turning, milling, boring)

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  Understanding of mechanical assembly processes

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  Competence in CNC programming and GD&T principles

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  Proficient in 2D/3D CAD tools and SAP (for manufacturing)

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  Strong engineering drawing interpretation and creation skills

Business:

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  Excellent communication and organisational skills

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  Adaptable and committed to continuous learning

Leadership & Problem-Solving:

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  Strong integrity and ability to mentor others

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  Evidence-based decision-making in collaborative settings

Interpersonal:

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  Consistently deliver on cost, quality, and schedule targets

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  Effective team contributor with the ability to influence through logic and data

Additional Information

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  No direct reports

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  Must have the legal right to work in the UK

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  Role is subject to UK security and export control regulations

Join a Dynamic Business
If you're looking to apply your engineering expertise in a forward-thinking, mission-critical environment, we'd love to hear from you. Bring your skills to a team that values precision, collaboration, and innovation in defence manufacturing.