Manufacturing Engineer
Salary: Circa £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, ERP systems, and production workflows
* Knowledge of milling, turning, and welding processes
* Experience working with high-performance materials such as Inconel, Titanium, or Nimonic
* Strong communication skills with a proactive problem-solving approach
Desirable
* HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering
* Apprenticeship background or time-served engineering experience
Benefits
* Company pension
* Life insurance
* Sick pay
* Free on-site parking
* Referral programme
If you're a Manufacturing Engineer looking to work on technically challenging projects in a precision engineering environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your career.
Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.
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