Title: Manufacturing Engineer
Type: Permanent
Location: Middlesbrough
Salary: Up to £50k DOE
Our client is a recognised leader in multi-sector precision machining, supporting complex engineering programmes across aerospace, defence, energy, space and advanced manufacturing. With continued investment in technology, capability and people, they are looking to strengthen their manufacturing engineering team with an experienced Manufacturing Engineer / CAD CAM Programmer who can play a key role in process optimisation, technical ownership and continuous improvement across high-precision components.
This is an opportunity to join a highly collaborative engineering environment where quality, innovation and customer delivery are central to the business.
Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities for the Manufacturing Engineer will include, but are not limited to:
* Developing detailed and efficient manufacturing process routes for precision machined components
* Creating CAD/CAM programmes using Hypermill, Fusion 360 or other recognised software packages across 2, 3 and 5-axis CNC machinery
* Ensuring planned cycle times align with quoted cost estimates, identifying and escalating any variances where required
* Driving tooling optimisation and standardisation to ensure all tooling requirements are defined and available ahead of production
* Designing effective fixtures and work-holding solutions to support efficient and repeatable manufacturing
* Producing stage and manufacturing drawings where required
* Taking ownership of the complete technical package, including product validation, engineering change control and operational support throughout the manufacturing lifecycle
* Supporting components through first article inspection and collaborating with technicians and production teams on ongoing optimisation and continuous improvement activities
* Investigating and resolving technical manufacturing issues as they arise
* Maintaining high quality standards and ensuring all documentation and records are managed in line with quality system requirements
About You
The ideal Manufacturing Engineer will have:
* Strong proficiency with CAD modelling and CAM programming software
* Experience working within precision machining or advanced manufacturing environments
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across internal teams and external stakeholders
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
* A proactive mindset with a strong focus on continuous improvement
* A customer-centric approach with a genuine focus on quality, delivery and engineering excellence
This position would suit a Manufacturing Engineer who enjoys technical ownership, problem solving and working within a fast-paced, high-precision manufacturing environment