Manufacturing Engineer Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum Shift: Day shift Location: Derbyshire Contract type - Permanent The Role An established engineering manufacturer is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support complex machining and fabrication projects within highly regulated industries, including defence, nuclear, and aerospace. This role combines process development, technical support, and production planning, playing a key part in transitioning products from prototype through to full production while maintaining strict quality, cost, and delivery targets. Key Responsibilities * Develop and optimise manufacturing processes for high-integrity components * Ensure smooth transition of new and existing products from prototype to production * Create and maintain process documentation, including route cards and work instructions * Provide technical support to CNC machining and fabrication teams * Support CNC programming activities and tooling selection * Liaise with design, quality, and production teams to resolve technical issues * Drive continuous improvement initiatives across machining and fabrication cells * Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and customer-specific standards * Assist with ERP system updates and production planning activities Essential Requirements * Proven experience in a Manufacturing Engineering role within a precision machining or fabrication environment * Strong understanding of CAD systems, ER...