Manufacturing Engineer \ Havant \ £39,280 – £44,190 \ 6 Month Contract
Are you a Manufacturing Engineer with experience in precision engineering, Lean Manufacturing, and continuous improvement Do you enjoy solving complex production challenges while driving quality and process efficiency in a fast-paced engineering environment
Workshop Recruitment is supporting a well-established aerospace engineering business in the search for a Manufacturing Engineer to join their growing team in Havant. This Manufacturing Engineer role will support production and quality improvement activities across the site, helping to optimise manufacturing performance, reduce process variation, and support new product introduction projects.
The successful Manufacturing Engineer will work closely with production, suppliers, and customers to deliver robust manufacturing processes that meet industry and customer standards within a highly regulated environment.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and improve manufacturing processes using Lean Manufacturing principles
Support New Product Introduction activities and process validation
Investigate production and quality issues using structured problem-solving methods
Analyse manufacturing data and identify continuous improvement opportunities
Maintain PFMEA documentation, Control Plans, and standard operating procedures
Participate in quality, process, and EHS audits across the manufacturing cell
Support the specification and validation of tooling, gauges, and capital equipment
Work with suppliers and customers to resolve manufacturing and quality concerns
Skills & Experience Required
Degree qualified in Mechanical or Electro-Mechanical Engineering
Previous experience within precision manufacturing or engineering environments
Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
Knowledge of APQP, PFMEA, Control Plans, and root cause analysis tools
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and geometric tolerances
Experience using CAD software and advanced Excel functions
Knowledge of AS9100, ISO14001, or aerospace quality standards beneficial
Strong communication and cross-functional teamwork skills
This Manufacturing Engineer opportunity offers the chance to join a highly technical engineering business with excellent long-term career prospects and involvement in advanced aerospace manufacturing projects