Manufacturing Engineer

Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Description

?? Manufacturing Engineer
? Location: Manchester
? Salary: 45,000 to 55,000
? Contract: Permanent
Nter Talent is supporting our client in the search for a Manufacturing Engineer to join the Bridge Systems team in Manchester.
This is a key role focused on developing and implementing manufacturing process improvements, driving efficiency, and supporting major capital projects across Bridges - while also providing support to Boxer programmes where required.
Why This Role?

  • Opportunity to make a direct impact within a leading defence manufacturer
  • Blend of hands-on shop floor work and process improvement leadership
  • Exposure to large-scale automation and capital investment projects
  • Play a central role in delivering continuous improvement across production
What You'll Be Doing:
  • Develop and implement revised factory layouts to optimise flow and reduce waste
  • Provide hands-on engineering support to the build process on the shop floor
  • Resolve fabrication and assembly quality issues with robust, timely solutions
  • Explore and deliver automation opportunities for efficiency and quality gains
  • Improve dimensional stability through effective jigging, fixturing, and alignment
  • Lead and implement quality and manufacturing improvement programmes
  • Drive efficiency and reduce build hours per product through lean initiatives
  • Coordinate cross-functional projects to optimise cost and performance
  • Support structured problem-solving and process improvement activities
  • Provide design-for-manufacturing input during early product development
  • Ensure compliance with EHS, manufacturing, and quality standards
  • Write and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
What We're Looking For:
  • Degree, HND, or Higher/Advanced Apprenticeship in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering
  • Proven experience in complex engineering or industrial manufacturing environments
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD or similar 2D drafting tools (3D CAD an advantage)
  • SAP planning and BOM structuring experience
  • Experience introducing automation and managing capital investment projects
  • Knowledge of welding (aluminium and ferrous metals) and GD&T interpretation
  • Jig and fixture design experience
  • Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Hands-on, flexible, and calm under pressure

Skills Required

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD4220221
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    £45,000-55,000 per year
  • Employment Status
    Full Time
  • Job Location
    Manchester, United Kingdom
  • Education
    Not mentioned