Honing Engineer Location: Brixworth, Northamptonshire Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 per annum Shifts: Day Shift, Monday – Friday About the Opportunity EMBS Engineering is currently recruiting for a Honing Engineer to join Ilmor Engineering at their Brixworth facility on a permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a world-class motorsport and advanced powertrain manufacturer, working with high-precision components alongside engineering teams who operate at the very top of their field. Training will be considered for the right candidate with a strong manufacturing background. Due to the nature of the markets our client supplies into, all applicants must be UK residents. Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Key Benefits £35,000 – £40,000 salary dependent on experience Performance-related bonus 35 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) Generous non-contributory pension scheme Private medical health scheme Life assurance Company-wide team events and activities Free on-site parking with easy access to local shops, cafes and buses Key Responsibilities Set and operate honing machines to produce precision-finished components Work to tight engineering tolerances on cylinder liners, cylinder blocks and related components Read and interpret engineering drawings to specification Use inspection equipment to check own work and maintain quality standards Maintain high standards of documentation and product traceability Collaborate with engineers to suggest and implement improvements to manufacturing processes Create and follow methods of manufacture Support continuous improvement initiatives across the machining environment Must-Have Requirements Experience in a manufacturing honing environment (up to 5 years preferred; 3 years minimum) Ability to set and operate honing machines independently Good working knowledge of engineering drawings and tolerances Experience using inspection equipment for self-checking Strong documentation and traceability discipline A logical, methodical approach to problem solving Ability to work to deadlines and maintain quality under pressure Strong communication skills and a collaborative working style Must be a UK resident — right to work in the United Kingdom required Desirable Experience Experience working to AS9100 or ISO9001 quality standards Background in Aerospace, Automotive or Motorsport manufacturing How to Apply To apply for this position, please send your CV to: harry@embstalent.co.uk For a confidential conversation about this role, please contact Harry Merrell at EMBS Engineering. About EMBS Engineering EMBS Engineering is a dedicated talent specialist that partners with some of the UK's most prestigious advanced precision engineering companies across Aerospace, Automotive & Motorsport, Nuclear, Oil & Gas, Green & Environmental, and FMCG industries. We offer expert support and guidance throughout the recruitment process, ensuring every candidate we represent has the best possible chance of securing a career-defining role. For more information, visit embstalent.co.uk or call 01332 208888.