Manufacturing Engineer

  • METALIS ENGINEERING RECRUITMENT LIMITED
  • Leicester, Leicestershire
  • Apr 02, 2026
Full time Manufacturing

Job Description

Job Role: Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Leicester

Salary: 45,000 - 58,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Metalis are working with an Aerospace manufacturer who are looking for 2x Manufacturing Engineers to join their team.

Job Duties:

  • Attend Daily Operations meetings and resolve problems assigned to the ME function
  • Understand value stream constraints and participate in problem-solving to improve flow
  • Create, update, and maintain manufacturing documentation (e.g. set-up packs, drawings, work instructions, SOPs)
  • Manage NPDI process milestones, completing all required ME tasks (e.g., cost estimates, stage drawings, manufacturing routes, approvals)
  • Ensure tooling and fixtures are designed, manufactured, and available for safe and efficient production
  • Use engineering software to create and validate CNC programs that meet quality and cycle time requirements
  • Support continuous improvement through LEAN/GEMBA events and generate ideas to enhance EHS, quality, cost and delivery
  • Apply problem-solving methods to identify root causes and improve process and quality performance
  • Participate in problem-solving peer reviews and training to strengthen organizational problem-solving culture
  • Implement or manage problem solutions, including working with suppliers/customers, testing technologies, and completing PFMEA activities
  • Engage in internal and external audits and address gaps by implementing corrective actions



Job Requirements:

  • 5 years' experience in the Aerospace/Automotive industry in a similar role
  • Qualification in Electronic Engineering or similar
  • Knowledge of CNC machining
  • CAD/CAM experience
  • Able to read and understand engineering drawings
  • Competent in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word & Project)



Salary & Hours:

  • 45,000 - 58,000 per annum (depending on experience)
  • Monday to Thursday, 8am - 4:30pm & Friday, 8am - 2pm



If this role is of interest to you, please apply with your CV!