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Job Title: Production Engineering Manager Location: Stevenage Salary: Competitive £50,000 - £65,000 A well-established manufacturing organisation is seeking a Production Engineering Manager to lead its Production Engineering and Operations teams, driving operational excellence across all manufacturing activities. This is a key leadership position responsible for ensuring efficient product assembly, successful introduction of new products, and continuous improvement of engineering processes, documentation, and production capability.The role requires a strong blend of technical expertise, people management, customer focus, and project leadership. You will oversee the production team ranging from senior engineers to junior and assistant-level staff while acting as a central point of coordination between production, customers, and internal stakeholders.This is a hands-on management role within a fast-paced, highly technical environment, where attitude, adaptability, and communication are just as important as engineering ability. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the Production Engineering and Operations teams, managing performance, workload, and KPI reporting. Provide hands-on production engineering support, improving manufacturability, documentation, tooling, and layout efficiency. Own the full NPI process and act as the main customer-facing contact for engineering and build-related queries. Prepare assembly quotations, review customer documentation, and produce accurate build packs. Plan and prioritise engineering activities, supporting production schedules and ongoing project delivery. Drive continuous improvement across processes, quality, cost, and efficiency. Ensure compliance with all quality, safety, and environmental standards. Essential Demonstrable experience managing a Production/Testing or Manufacturing Engineering team. Strong background in electronics manufacturing with a solid understanding of best practices, NPI, and production engineering methods. Proven leadership capability with experience developing junior team members. Excellent communication and customer-facing skills; able to handle customer queries with professionalism and clarity. Ability to plan, prioritise, and adapt to changing priorities in a high-mix, fast-moving environment. Experience working as part of, or contributing to, a senior leadership team. Evidence of successful continuous improvement initiatives with measurable outcomes. Strong ERP and computer literacy, with confidence using data to drive decisions. Positive attitude, adaptability, and resilience under pressure. Strong problem-solving abilities with commercial awareness. Desirable HND or higher in Electronic Engineering or a related discipline. Experience in tooling design, ergonomic assessment, or layout optimisation. Training or certification in Lean, CI, Six Sigma, or related improvement methodologies.

Our client is a well-established, fast growing European market leading specialist supplier of sustainable manufacturing services, with a 40-year proven track record, partnering major OEMs, such as Ford, GM and many others. They are an entrepreneurial business/management team, who, due to on-going expansion both within core business and a broader market place, are committed to driving continuous improvement and strategic development throughout the business, and now wish to appoint a Senior Product & Process Engineer. Due to the nature of their work being supplied to OEMs, they are compliant with all their required quality standards, meaning it is a best practice environment, yet it is a smaller, more entrepreneurial company, making this a unique place to gain a very broad set of skills, commercial, customer facing, technical etc. They pride themselves on mentoring and developing their people and it is a culture in which, whilst supported, you will be expected to take ownership, making decisions and stand on your own feet. You will become the subject matter expert within your field and take responsibility for on-going process development, supporting new product introduction (NPI) and change management of production processes. They have won a significant new contract and have others due to land in the near future, offering the right person, a real opportunity to add value to the business. As Senior Process and Product Engineer, your role will also support the maintenance of a variety of engineering activities for current production programs to ensure compliance to customer-specific and business requirements. You will be a key member of a number of team-based activities including Daily production, FRC, FMEA, CIP & 8D meetings. You will also be required to lead projects to implement new product introductions to your area of responsibility & thereafter you will take responsibility for maintenance of the program. This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly developing business in a high profile role and will undoubtedly offer the successful applicant an on-going opportunity for personal career development. If you are interested, please apply now online.

Job Title: Senior Product Engineer NPI & Manufacturing (Aerospace) Location: Gloucestershire Working Pattern: Hybrid Salary: Competitive + benefits (details on application) Overview: Work on flight-critical aerospace hardware where failure isnt an option and where youre trusted to solve the problems that matter click apply for full job details

Our client, a leading automotive manufacturing business, is looking for an experienced Engineering Administrator to join their growing organisation. They will be responsible for coordinating with the Project Managers and Financial Controller to manage & update budget tracking documents, Bills of Materials & key performance indicators (KPI's). Engineering Administrator Permanent Salary Dependent on Experience Monday - Thursday 08:15 - 17:00 Friday 08: Pickering - Site based Engineering Administrator Job Description Scheduling team meetings/ events and conducting a range of administration activities in support of monthly reporting. Administrative management of the NPI budget tracker, to ensure accurate updates & control of programme / project finances. Processing of all engineering requisitions and issuing of subsequent purchase orders to suppliers. Assist with booking & processing of purchase orders. Compilation and management of Schedule of Tooling submissions. The set-up and maintenance of Bill of Material records, Work Centre & Stock within the group ERP system. Population of Engineering Change Logs & IMDS data inputting & submissions to portal. Facilitate internal meetings to support engineering or process changes. Support function to Project Managers for all required eAPQP updates Engineering Administrator Essential Skills/Experience/Qualifications At least 2 years relevant experience within an Engineering / Manufacturing environment. Excellent verbal, written communications skills & IT Skills including Microsoft Office applications. Full UK driving license with some flexibility to travel. A working knowledge business management and ERP systems. Engineering Administrator Company Benefits 24 days holiday plus bank holidays Company pension, 4.5% employer contribution If you feel you're a good fit for this position, please click 'apply'

Bid Manager Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits Welwyn Garden City Days Only (Mon-Fri) gap technical are proud to be representing this global manufacturing business in their search for a Bid Manager to work at their facility based near Welwyn Garden City Performance Objectives Proposal & RFQ Management Serve as the focal point for all customer RFQs, coordinating internal inputs and timelines. Own the proposal development process from receipt of RFQ through submission. Ensure proposals fully meet customer technical, commercial and contractual requirements. Track proposal milestones, deadlines and deliverables to ensure on-time, high-quality submissions. Maintain proposal templates, compliance matrices and standard content data sets. NPI & Bid Governance Lead NPI meetings for Bid/No-Bid reviews, ensuring cross-functional alignment on: Technical feasibility Commercial risk and margin Capacity and delivery capability Drive clear actions, decisions and accountability from bid reviews through award or no-bid decisions. Document and communicate outcomes, risks and next steps to stakeholders. Cross-Functional Coordination Act as the interface between Commercial, Engineering, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Procurement and Finance during proposal development. Facilitate timely and accurate cost, lead time, technical and compliance inputs. Challenge assumptions and ensure proposals are both competitive and executable. Support Customer Order Acknowledgement activities linked to price verification. Customer-Facing Support Support Commercial Team in clarifying customer requirements and proposal scope. Manage RFQ communications, including clarifications, amendments and submission logistics. Ensure professional, accurate and consistent customer-facing documentation. Process & Continuous Improvement Improve proposal processes, tools and governance to reduce proposal submission time and improve win rate. Track proposal metrics (win/loss, cycle time, common gaps, no-bid reasons). Support lessons learned and best-practice sharing across the Commercial and wider management team. Person Specification Essential Experience in proposals, bid management, program coordination or commercial operations (aerospace or manufacturing strongly preferred). Strong project management and organizational skills. Proven ability to lead cross-functional meetings and drive decisions. High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple RFQs simultaneously. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Comfortable working with technical and commercial stakeholders. Desirable Experience with NPI or gated bid review processes (Bid/No-Bid). Understanding of aerospace manufacturing, supply chain and quality requirements. Familiarity with costing models, margins and commercial risk assessment. Experience with specific ERP, CRM or proposal management tools. Apply Please send your CV via the Apply now option on the website If you have any questions or are interested in any other opportunities we may have, please do not hesitate to get in touch This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of gap technical who are operating as an employment agency. gap technical are committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job. Closing Date: 12/06/2026 "By applying for the above position and providing your personal data to us you understand that your data will be processed in line with our Privacy Policy."

MANUFACTURING ENGINEER £42,000 - £43,000 Birmingham We are looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to join our team, to provide cover, when other Engineers are overseas. This isn t just about keeping production running this is about engineering how it runs. You ll take ownership of manufacturing from a technical perspective, ensuring every process is robust, repeatable, and optimised. You will be joining a team of Manufacturing Engineer, working alongside. We use a variety of different manufacturing processes, such as CNC and assembly Commutable from: - Birmingham, Bearwood, Sutton Coldfield, Minworth, Solihull, Aston, Moseley, Walsall, Harbourne, Oldbury, Tyseley, Aldridge and Willenhall DUTIES Support NPI (New Product Introduction) from concept to launch Develop process flows, route cards (Uniplan), and SOPs Lead tooling selection, trials, and implementation Drive lean improvements (Kaizen, 5S, SMED, etc.) Partner with quality on supplier & customer issues Train operators on new processes, tooling, and fixtures Deliver DFM/DFA improvements with design teams Run cost-down and process optimisation projects Support Six Sigma initiatives and root cause analysis Produce labour and tooling estimates for new work REQUIREMENTS Strong background in manufacturing / production engineering Hands-on experience with lean and continuous improvement tools Ability to solve problems and implement practical solutions Confidence working cross-functionally with engineering teams A proactive mindset with real ownership of your work This is a super opportunity, to be part of a welcoming and supportive team, where your expertise and knowledge will be greatly appreciated. Please Note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK. Our aim is to help you secure the best possible future for yourself & this is a totally FREE service to all our Candidates. If you believe that your skills and experience match what we are looking for please call me or APPLY and I will be in touch. Should you want to learn more about any of our MANUFACTURING & PRODUCTION vacancies, or should you just want to discuss your particular needs, then please do not hesitate to contact me to have an informal, confidential chat. Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Manufacturing & Production Recruitment Support since 1994

Senior Product Design Engineer Full-Time, Permanent Walsall, West Midlands Hybrid Working Available Competitive Salary & Benefits Package We are partnering with a leading lighting manufacturer in the West Midlands who are seeking an experienced Senior Product Design Engineer to join their growing engineering team. This is a key hire for the business, reporting directly into the Managing Director, with responsibility for leading engineering projects from initial concept through to full production. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in both new product development (NPD) and the continuous improvement of existing product ranges, with a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and manufacturability. This is a hands-on leadership role, combining technical design expertise with engineering ownership and process improvement across the full product lifecycle. Senior Product Design Engineer Job Description Lead end-to-end engineering projects from concept through to production, including modifications to existing product ranges Oversee all stages of the design and development process, ensuring innovation, quality, and sustainability targets are achieved Take ownership of New Product Introduction (NPI) for both standard product development and bespoke lighting solutions Act as technical lead within the engineering function, driving continuous improvement across products and processes Ensure all designs comply with relevant national and international safety and performance standards Deliver hands-on electro-mechanical design work, including 3D CAD modelling and prototype development Produce and maintain technical documentation, including drawings, specifications, and production libraries Manage component specifications for purchased parts and assemblies Provide technical support to both internal stakeholders and external customers Lead Value Analysis / Value Engineering (VAVE) initiatives in line with business objectives Support the Managing Director with technical and engineering-related activities Senior Product Design Engineer Skills & Experience Required Minimum 5+ years' experience in a product design / development engineering role Ideally experienced within the lighting or electrical manufacturing sector Strong proficiency in 3D and 2D CAD software (Autodesk Inventor preferred) Solid understanding of design for manufacture (DFM) principles Knowledge of manufacturing processes including casting, moulding, extrusion, and sheet metal fabrication Hands-on prototyping experience (bench work, soldering, assembly, etc.) Experience with document management systems such as Autodesk Vault (or equivalent) Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational skills Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional engineering team Strong communication skills with the ability to engage at all levels of the business What's on Offer Opportunity to lead full product lifecycle development within a growing manufacturing business High level of autonomy and direct influence over engineering and product direction Exposure to innovative lighting product development and bespoke project work Close collaboration with senior leadership, including direct reporting to the Managing Director Long-term career progression within a technically driven environment

Role Buyer Division Central Supply-Chain Location Wolverhampton, West Midlands Rates GBP 18 p/h GBP 22 p/h PAYE Overview Morson are proud to be working in partnership with Safran to recruit Buyers to support the Central Supply-Chain division at their Wolverhampton site. Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defence and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, holding leading positions in its core markets. Safran Electronics & Defence delivers onboard intelligence and actuation solutions that enable customers to observe, decide and guide on land, at sea, in the air and in space across both civil and defence sectors. Through our long-standing collaboration with Safran, Morson supports the delivery of critical aerospace and defence programmes by providing specialist engineering talent across aerospace, defence and manufacturing disciplines. What does the role look like? As a Buyer, you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth delivery of critical components and materials from a portfolio of suppliers. Working closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, you'll manage orders, resolve issues, and take proactive action to prevent supply chain disruption. This role is ideal for someone who thrives under pressure, enjoys problem-solving, and is highly organised with a hands-on approach. What will your day-to-day responsibilities look like? Manage the order book and scheduled purchase orders across multiple suppliers Raise RFQs, resolve invoice issues and challenge pricing changes where needed Provide delivery updates to key stakeholders and ensure escalation files are maintained Work closely with Engineering, Finance, Programmes and Operations to resolve supply chain issues Monitor and act on your own performance metrics Support Account Managers with supplier reviews, cost negotiations, and improvement projects Engage with NPI teams to ensure supply readiness for new product introduction Assist with change management and supplier strategy in line with business goals Drive continuous improvement, cost savings and delivery performance across your supplier base Essential Skills Experience in supply chain or manufacturing planning Strong relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills Excellent organisational and communication skills Desirable Experience Knowledge of SAP Confidence to have difficult conversations with suppliers or internal teams Analytical approach to data and performance metrics Proactive, driven and solution-focused mindset Aerospace industry experience Understanding of engineering or technical environments CIPs qualification and a 2:1 (or above) in Business or Engineering Morson Benefits • Weekly pay • Competitive PAYE and Umbrella rates • Access to Morson contractor benefits • Onsite support from the Morson team • Opportunity to work with a global aerospace organisation • Potential long-term opportunities supporting Safran programmes Should this role be of interest, please apply or contact Joachim Lisiak on (phone number removed)/ (url removed)

Sales Account Coordinator circa £30-36,000 + very dep on experience +Bonus and excellent benefits Global Manufacturer Tredegar area Are you ready for this great opportunity? Newly created office based Sales Account Coordinator role. You will be experienced in the sale and support of company products to OEM and Aftermarket customers. You must have experience of working with Customers in a Manufacturing or Engineering organisation in this Account Coordinator role. Strong Experience gained in Automotive or similar manufacturing company would be ideal and you must have a stable work record. You must have strong Admin skills Training available as required. Early finish on Fridays Internal support and maintenance of customer data bases. Point of contact for a set number of existing customers ensuring contact with these on a regular basis and dealing with outstanding issues. Anticipate possible delays or complications, communicate to management where appropriate and plan strategies to avoid or minimise them. Support the Sales Manager in maintaining OEM Customer accounts, including but not limited to: Contract maintenance, maintain and improve OEM margins, preparation of cost and cost analysis Preparation of Customer tooling quotes, co-ordination of tooling invoicing and following through to completion of payment Coordinating with production and liaising with relevant departments to ensure delivery dates are met, including producing a daily orderbook report and conduct weekly review with cross-functional operations team Analyse Customer forecasts on a monthly basis and co-ordinate the internal or Customer communication actions as needed Responsible for maintenance of the enquiry system and response to general sales enquiries Undertaking customer service activities, responding to technical, pricing and delivery enquiries and resolving customer complaint Participation and co-ordination of sales promotional activities, including trade exhibitions Be able to access and interrogate customer web bases/ E.D.I. scheduling systems. Liaison with materials and production departments to define order availability Training of other team members in areas of particular expertise Occasional customer visits Participation of selected NPR / NPI / ECN programmes when required Support in the generation of marketing information, including sales material, promotion, marketing intelligence and competitor analysis This is not an Administration role Travel to work from Tredegar, Merthyr, Abergavenny, Pontypool, Newport,Ebbw Vale, Cwmbran, Hereford, Brecon

The purpose of this role is the manufacture of machined components by setting and operating CNC lathes and various 3 & 5 axis vertical machining centres (night shift). Maintain quality through routine in process checks and adherence to all HSE requirements as per defined standards. Safran - Here, we craft excellence together. At Safran, excellence is a journey - and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision We are looking for passionate individuals to join our Production team as a Machine Setter at our Safran Seats site based in Cwmbran . In the UK, Safran Seats specialises solely in the First Class and Business Class seating markets for wide body aircraft, with industrial and engineering teams in Cwmbran and Newport, Wales and Brackley, England. Your role The purpose of this role is the manufacture of machined components by setting and operating CNC lathes and various 3 & 5 axis vertical machining centres (night shift). Maintain quality through routine in process checks and adherence to all HSE requirements as per defined standards. Key Responsibilities will include: -Download programs from the file server -Setup CNC tooling assemblies and maintain tool management system -Setup and run CNC machining centres -Prove out new NPI programs -Use Vernier's, thread gauges, plug gauges and other inspection equipment to monitor tolerance requirements as defined in the engineering data. -Perform daily / weekly maintenance tasks in accordance with machine centre maintenance plan -Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations. -Participate in continuous improvement activities -Complete all necessary paper work as required. -Routine machine side OEE data entry -Work with production manager & programming team to seek opportunities to improve processes and reduce cycle times -Support team colleagues -Maintain good housekeeping in accordance with 5S processes and practices -Take responsibility for quality of own output -Perform other tasks as reasonably requested by your production manager. What We'll Offer As a valued member of our team, these are just a few of the benefits you'll receive: -33 days holiday (including bank holidays) -Industry leading pension scheme with salary sacrifice employer contributions up to 10%. -Private medical cover (to include Digital GP and rapid access Physio with no excess) with ability to upgrade level of benefit and cover family members. -Access to salary sacrifice benefits scheme including cycle to work and Octopus EV Scheme -4 x Life Assurance -Interactive benefits platform including wide range of discretionary benefits including technology, retail benefits, income protection. -Enhanced family friendly policies and benefits (enhanced maternity and paternity leave) and employee assistance programme -Annual share save schemes. -Opportunities for career advancement and personal growth. Benefit from support through Safran University and our internal Training and Development Schools -Get involved in our corporate social responsibility activities from sustainability initiatives, charity and fundraising, volunteering days, or supporting STEM activities at local schools and colleges nurturing the next generation of talent Here, we craft excellence together. If you're ready to take your career to new heights and be part of a company that's crafting the future of flight, apply today. Why Safran? A global presence : Be part of a global aerospace, defence & space business with over 100,000 Colleagues, across 300 sites in 30 countries. Inclusive & empowering environment : We celebrate our differences and believe they make us stronger. We know that a fulfilling work environment is a key driver for innovative ideas and team success. Innovation at the core : Join our mission to decarbonise aerospace and make the world a safer place. Your ambitions can take us further. Mobility & training opportunities : We can support your ambitions with training, development, a personalised career plan and mobility opportunities. If you have big dreams, we'll support you to make them a reality. A culture of excellence : Join a team that values collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement. Whatever your background, together we aim for excellence. Get involved: We also have a number of groups and forums across our sites that you can get involved with, including Women at Safran, Diversity at Safran, Sports Clubs, STEM ambassadors, Employee Forum, Charity Partnerships and Wellbeing Programs. What You'll Bring -Indentured apprentice or equivalent modern apprenticeship. -Experienced in setting and running 3 axis & 5 axis vertical machining centres and CNC lathes. -Experience with manual mills and manual lathes. -NVQ Level 2+3 Mechanical Engineering or BTEC National Diploma Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent). -Ability to use a wide range of IMTE for inspection of completed components. -Quality focused with strong attention to detail; willing to support continuous improvement.

Location: Cambridge (CB25) Duration: Permanent Hours: 37.5 per week 8am - 4pm (Monday to Friday) Salary: Competitive Job Reference: 36074 An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Software Engineer to support the development and optimisation of software systems within a high-tech manufacturing environment. Our Cambridge based client is looking to expand their busy team. This role focuses on production test automation, new product introduction (NPI) and continuous improvement of engineering processes. Key Responsibilities - Support the transfer of new products from development into manufacturing - Develop and maintain automated test solutions for production, including verification and calibration - Collaborate with engineering teams to improve product testability and manufacturing efficiency - Implement and manage processes for software deployment, firmware programming and configuration control - Drive automation and process improvements to increase throughput and reduce manual intervention - Provide production support, including fault diagnosis, root cause analysis and corrective actions - Maintain clear technical documentation and support change control processes - Work cross-functionally with engineering, production and quality teams Skills and Experience - Degree or equivalent experience in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or similar - Experience developing software for test automation or manufacturing environments - Strong knowledge of configuration control and software release processes - Experience with tools such as LabVIEW (preferred) and ideally Python or C/C++ - Ability to troubleshoot software and embedded systems in a hardware-integrated environment - Strong attention to detail and documentation skills Desirable - Experience supporting NPI through to production - Familiarity with embedded systems and manufacturing test equipment - Understanding of quality standards and controlled engineering environments Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below!

Manufacturing Engineer 8 month contract - Outside IR35 Immediate start Sunbury on Thames Our client are a leading manufacturer providing specialist solutions to a variety of industries such as aerospace, power generation, rail and oil and gas industries. They are looking for an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join the team. Manufacturing Engineer Working across operations, supply chain and design engineering to provide manufacturing engineering expertise in supporting existing and new products, defining new and supporting existing processes. You will assist in the implementation of strategic Lean initiatives throughout the Company, leading some Continuous Improvement projects. Main Duties/Responsibilities Work with manufacturing cell leaders, lean co-ordinator and design engineering to improve process efficiencies Implement 'Standard work', generating & maintaining manufacturing documentation (SOP's, Routings, "Visual Factory" displays) Creation & Maintenance of Routings in the MRP system Implement lean manufacturing methods (e.g. 1-piece flow lines, visual factory) to reduce throughput times, rework/scrap and work in progress Implement basic improvement tools, from 5S, 7 Wastes, Visual Management and Standardised Work balanced assembly lines where single (best) piece flow philosophies are employed Implement any required layout changes, ensuring both the facilities and maintenance teams are fully involved Support the Manufacturing Cells with their recording, and analysis of production data, and ensure the correct focus is placed on the main issues arising Initiate and / or lead improvement projects and CAPEX to enable new process and product introductions. Work with Engineering on product documentation modifications and parts obsolescence Provide day-to-day manufacturing engineering support for the production cells to enable customer schedule adherence (Fracas/concessions, change notes or MRB (material review board) Lead and work in teams to develop process FMEA, in their construction and implementation. Manage new product introductions and the manufacture of legacy products from release to production through the product life cycle. Mentor for cell leaders for improved methods of manufacturing assembly and test. Manufacturing Engineer Essential Skills/Experience/Qualifications; 5+ years experience within a manufacturing/engineering environment, ideally for the aerospace industry Previous experience of NPI Experience of implementing Standard Work processes Proven record of successfully implementing Lean in an industrial environment (either as a co-ordinator or as a leader) A proven track record of generating and maintaining process maps, PFMEA's and control plans Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles Experience of using problem solving techniques (5 Why's, Fishbone/Ishikawa diagrams, 8D) Significant technical & problem solving experience in an electro-mech. manufacturing environment. Good time management with a significant track record of planning / managing complex long term projects.

Manufacturing Engineer (NPI Department: New Product Introduction (NPI) Reporting to: NPI Quality Lead Location: Llay Permanent, Full - Time Competitive Salary & Benefits We are working exclusively working with a global manufacturing company who are looking for a proactive engineer with hands-on manufacturing experience who can drive new products from concept to production while ensuring quality, efficiency, and on-time delivery. As the NPI Manufacturing Engineer you will be responsible for leading the industrialisation and implementation of new aerospace components from design release through to full production. This role ensures robust, capable, and compliant machining processes are developed, validated, and production-ready. Working within a cross-functional team, the NPI Manufacturing Engineer will support process development, first article activities, and continuous improvement to achieve on-time delivery and quality requirements. Key Responsibilities Lead manufacturing process definition and industrialisation for new products Develop and maintain routings, process flows, and work instructions Define CNC machining strategies, tooling, and fixturing Support CAM optimisation, cycle time reduction, and process stability Plan and execute process validation and prove-out activities Support First Article Inspection (FAI) and capability assessments Ensure processes meet technical, quality, and production requirements Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations teams Qualifications & Skills Degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering (or equivalent experience) Experience in CNC machining and manufacturing engineering Knowledge of process validation, tooling, and industrialisation Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications Familiarity with FAI and aerospace quality standards Strong problem-solving and communication skills

New Model/NPI Manufacturing Engineer (INSIDE IR35) About this Position Our Manufacturing Engineering team is expanding to support future growth plans. With new models come greater opportunities to develop and standardise processes that ensure every vehicle is built to the highest quality. This role is central to the success of manufacturing operations, overseeing the processes and complexities of building new models from initial concept designs through prototypes into full series production. The position offers significant variety, with exposure to multiple projects and collaboration across concept design, engineering, and operations, giving the opportunity to influence projects from start to finish. Job Responsibilities Create and develop deliverables for each new model introduction, including: Vehicle assembly concept Transition from virtual environment to physical validation and delivery Process sequencing, documentation, and product traceability methodologies PFMEA in line with current series products and future brand strategies Support and drive the implementation of best practices to improve RFT (Right First Time) delivery. Generate and report Hours Per Car (HPC) data for new model introductions, maintaining ownership to ensure plant efficiency and output targets are achieved. Work with Engineering and Operations teams to identify and resolve production bottlenecks. Conduct line balancing, including time and motion studies across the plant. Lead facility layout and utilisation activities, collaborating with teams to design new layouts or amend existing ones to align with long-term business strategies. Support and influence cross-functional project deliverables such as: Concept and design reviews Engineering release delivery DFMEA Experience Required Degree in Mechanical, Automotive, or related Engineering discipline (or equivalent experience). Experience in: Planning and execution of new vehicle programmes Complex vehicle systems and assembly processes Trim and final processes, and end-of-line vehicle finishing Specification and procurement of assembly equipment Identifying and resolving product-related issues while meeting quality targets Implementing safe working practices

Senior Manufacturing Engineer Somerset £45,000 - £60,000 + Excellent Benefits + 9 Day Fortnight The Company We are working on an exciting Senior Manufacturing Engineer role which offers a huge variety of interesting, challenging and diverse tasks across NPI, Process Improvement, customer liaison, supplier liaison and design for a forward thinking business in the circular economy space. Sound interesting? Read on Our client employs 70 staff and is a specialist Automotive supplier working in partnership with OEM s to provide high-quality re-manufactured parts. After being established over 70 years ago they have been through modernisation in recent decades and are seeing huge year on year growth as they continue strengthening their relationship with one of the leading Automotive manufactures in the UK. They are looking to recruit for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer with immediate effect. The Role The Senior Manufacturing Engineer will deal with a wide range of interesting and complex challenges in their role. They key facets for the role will be: New Product Introduction This will involve liaison with customers on new assemblies from initial customer meetings, through capability review, supplier development, prototype production right through to customer sign off and approvals on new assemblies. Maintenance of existing production programmes Identifying issues during assembly and analysis and problem solving to identify opportunities for improved process. Line Efficiency Gains Identifying bottlenecks in assembly and providing solutions typical problems you could be reviewing are tooling issues, inefficient line lay out, part availability at line or quality of process instruction documentation. Line Balancing Optimising flow of assembly lines for maximum efficiency Design of tooling Circa 20% of the role is spent on Solid Edge producing 3D models and manufacturing drawings for external manufacturing of tooling and work holding fixtures which consist of sheet metal and machined components Specifying out and buying new equipment needed for assembly lines. The Candidate To be successful in your application for this Senior Manufacturing Engineer role you will need: A practical approach to problem solving To be comfortable customer facing To have worked in either a manufacturing engineer, process engineer or NPI related role within an engineering or manufacturing setting. To be strong analysing data and information A desire to learn The business can support with training on CAD but any supporting CAD experience is a benefit. The Benefits For this Senior Manfacturing Engineer role you will receive: £45,000 - £60,000 basic salary dependant upon experience A nine day fortnight the business works Monday Thursday every other week. The opportunity to work for a department head with a huge passion for the role and over 10 years with the business If you are interested in applying for this Senior Manufacturing Engineer role please send your CV to Stewart Jackson at (url removed) ATA Recruitment specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and general Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis for more opportunities like this one, visit our website. By applying you accept the terms of our Privacy Notice which can be found on our website. ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation

Position: Engineering Buyer Manager Location: West Sussex Salary: 45 - 60k DOE Engineering Buyer Manager required for a well-established engineering manufacturer based in West Sussex. Due to continued growth and ongoing investment across operations, our client is seeking an experienced Engineering Buyer Manager to lead procurement activity across engineering components, materials, and services, while managing and developing the wider buying and planning team. Engineering Buyer Manager Job Overview Leading procurement of engineering components, raw materials, tooling, and subcontract services Ensuring on-time material availability to support production schedules and operational demands Managing supplier relationships, performance reviews, contract negotiations, and strategic sourcing activity Delivering cost-saving initiatives and maintaining accurate pricing and procurement data within Business Central Supporting New Product Introduction (NPI), engineering change management, R&D projects, and component obsolescence planning Optimising stock levels while reducing excess, obsolete, and slow-moving inventory Working cross-functionally with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Aftersales teams to improve supply chain performance Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across procurement and supply chain operations Engineering Buyer Manager Job Requirements Proven experience within engineering procurement, purchasing, or buying within a manufacturing environment Strong understanding of technical drawings, engineering components, materials, and production processes Previous experience managing and developing procurement or buying teams Strong supplier management, contract negotiation, and commercial decision-making experience Experience using ERP/MRP systems, ideally Microsoft Business Central Experience working within ISO 9001 certified environments Engineering Buyer Manager Salary & Benefits Salary likely 45,000 - 60,000 depending on experience up to 8% company pension contribution Annual pay review Generous holiday entitlement Private medical care optional Death in service scheme Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.

Production/ Operations Manager You're a confident production leader looking for a senior, hands-on role where you can take charge of day-to-day output, strengthen delivery performance, and develop a skilled CNC team within a growing precision engineering business. You'll be at your best in a regulated aerospace/defence environment-where quality, traceability and right-first-time standards are essential-and you'll bring the commercial focus needed to control productivity and overtime. Role overview: This role leads all production operations across a varied manufacturing mix, including volume own-product manufacture, high-specification subcontract work and new product introduction (NPI) handover into production. Working closely with Manufacturing Engineering and Quality, you'll ensure operational stability, maintain compliance standards and support scalable growth. Key responsibilities: Lead daily production activities, ensuring stable output and consistent delivery performance Achieve On-Time-In-Full (OTIF) results across all workstreams Manage capacity planning with the Planner, balancing resource, machine time and demand Control overtime effectively, aligning decisions with delivery needs and margin protection Deliver structured NPI handover from Technical into operations Identify constraints and implement corrective actions to remove bottlenecks Maintain aerospace/defence compliance (AS9100 or equivalent), including traceability, configuration control and FAIR discipline Support internal and external audits and champion a zero-compromise quality culture Develop, coach and retain the shopfloor team through clear standards, 1:1s and performance reviews Drive improvements in labour efficiency, utilisation, scrap/rework and KPI performance using operational data Experience & requirements: 5+ years' experience leading production teams in precision engineering Background in aerospace and/or defence manufacturing environments Strong knowledge of regulated quality systems (AS9100 or equivalent) Technical credibility in CNC milling/turning and high-spec component manufacture Confident with ERP/MRP systems and Excel-based reporting Proven track record improving productivity and controlling overtime spend Personal attributes: Calm, balanced decision-maker; fair but firm leadership style Structured, organised and commercially aware Strong cross-functional communicator; able to scale operations as the business grows This is a permanent job. You must have current UK right to work to be considered. HRGO are a recruitment agency supporting UK Manufacturing. We aim to respond to all applications.