Job Description

Job Role: Manufacturing Engineer
Permanent
Location: Willenhall
We are currently recruiting for a Manufacturing Engineer for a client specialising in the AS9100-accredited precision engineering services. You will be responsible for the introduction of both new and existing products from concept and design through to full-scale production on the shopfloor, applying lean manufacturing methodologies.
Key Responsibilities of a Manufacturing Engineer:

• Plan and design manufacturing processes from start to finish, with focus on continuous improvement and waste reduction.
• Produce accurate stage drawings, documentation, setup packs, and SOPs.
• Support the quotation process with accurate lead times and cost estimations.
• Drive and support new product introduction (NPI) projects, providing hands-on support to operators at machinery.
• Generate offline CNC programs for milling and turning (3-, 4-, and 5-axis) to meet customer demand.
• Assist and lead the prove-out process for NPI projects, ensuring first-time quality and production readiness.
• Support the quality department with PFMEA and related activities.
• Provide technical support and permanent corrective actions for daily machining issues.
• Design and select tooling and fixtures to enhance machining capabilities and process improvements.
• Produce accurate setup sheets and tooling logs to ensure consistent machine setup.
• Assist the Project Director with project implementation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead technical discussions with suppliers and customers, providing engineering solutions and support.

An ideal candidate for the Manufacturing Engineer role would have:

• HNC in Mechanical Engineering
• Demonstrable Knowledge of ISO9001 & AS9100 Standards
• Experience within Aerospace & Automotive
• Experience of APQP/PFMEA
• Knowledge of machine Inspection Techniques
• Able to use and Adapt to different CAD/CAM packages
• Able to operate and set different machines tools
• Computer literate MS Word, Excel.Top of Form

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• Experience with VISI CAD/CAM software is desriable
• Fixture design
• Experience with 3D modelling

Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.

Skills Required