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