JRS Associates have partnered up with a market-leading precision engineering company to recruit a Manufacturing Engineer. This role offers an exciting opportunity to join a business where you’ll play a key part in new product introduction, CNC programming, and continuous improvement within a high-performance aerospace and precision machining environment. The Successful Manufacturing Engineer - Package * Salary: £45,000 to £60,000 per annum * Hours: Days, Full-time, permanent * Excellent career progression opportunities * Long-term job security in a growing aerospace engineering company * Company benefits package The Successful Manufacturing Engineer - Requirements As a Manufacturing Engineer, you’ll be responsible for supporting the full production lifecycle – from design and NPI to process planning and shopfloor support. Your responsibilities will include: * Planning and designing efficient manufacturing processes with a focus on lean and waste reduction. * Producing accurate stage drawings, set-up packs, SOPs, and detailed documentation. * Creating accurate cost and lead-time quotes. * Providing strong support for New Product Introduction (NPI) projects. * Generating and proving out offline programs for CNC milling and turning (3-, 4-, and 5-axis). * Designing tooling and fixtures to enhance machining capabilities. * Supporting quality activities such as PFMEA and non-conformance investigations. * Working closely with machinists to resolve daily issues and implement corrective actions. * Ensuring components are delivered on-time, to spec, and within budget. The Successful Manufacturing Engineer - Experience & Skills Required: * HNC in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent). * Strong CNC programming experience (milling & turning, 3–5 axis). * Proficient in CAD/CAM packages (VISI, SolidWorks, etc.). * Knowledge of ISO9001 & AS9100 standards. * Experience within Aerospace or Automotive environments. * Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, 5S, and process improvement. * Fixture design and 3D modelling experience (desirable). * Computer literate (MS Word, Excel). Call to Action If you’re an experienced Manufacturing Engineer looking for your next challenge in aerospace or precision engineering, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now! Shortlisted candidates will receive a call within 3 hours during working hours to discuss the role further