Assembly Manufacturing Engineer
Location: North West – Engineering Centre of Excellence
We are currently seeking an Assembly Manufacturing Engineer to join a well-established UK engineering manufacturer operating within a complex, regulated production environment.
About the business
This organisation has over a century of engineering heritage and is a recognised leader in the delivery of high-integrity mechanical and structural systems for specialist vehicle and defence-related applications. Working closely with international partners and UK-based programmes, the business has built a strong reputation for technical excellence, quality and innovation.
Employees are central to its success, supported by a highly skilled workforce across Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, Project Management and Business Support. Continued investment and programme growth at its North West Engineering Centre of Excellence has created this opportunity.
About the role
The primary purpose of this role is to develop and embed Assembly, Integration and Test (AIT) capability within a major vehicle programme. The role will play a key part in transferring proven AIT and production practices from an established European parent organisation into UK operations.
You will act as a focal point for manufacturing engineering within the AIT area, supporting production ramp-up and the transition into stable series manufacture.
Key responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
Transferring AIT production knowledge, processes and best practice from an established parent operation into UK manufacturing
Acting as the shopfloor focal point for manufacturing engineering and tooling within the AIT area
Supporting operators through hands-on guidance, process clarification and technical problem-solving
Leading structured problem-solving and continuous improvement activities during ramp-up and steady-state production
Coordinating cross-functional teams to optimise cost, performance and operating standards, reducing waste through line balancing and lean principles
Providing design-for-manufacture input during early product development and supporting the implementation of engineering changes
Developing robust, safe and efficient manufacturing processes that meet quality, cost and environmental requirements
Creating and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures and work balance charts
Supporting project management activities across cross-functional teams
Ensuring compliance with Environmental, Health & Safety and manufacturing quality standards and procedures
What we’re looking for
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate most of the following:
Degree-level qualification in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
Alternatively, HND or Advanced/Higher Apprenticeship in Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering
Technical capability developed within complex engineering or manufacturing environments
Proven track record of manufacturing excellence
Experience in a similar manufacturing engineering role
Understanding of Engineering Change processes
Experience operating within large or complex organisations
Ability to structure Bills of Materials from drawing through to manufacture
Strong IT skills (standard MS Office applications)
Working knowledge of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
Experience of vehicle build programmes (advantageous)
Experience leading practical problem-solving activities and teams
What’s on offer
In return, you will join a stable and respected engineering organisation offering:
Competitive salary
Enhanced pension scheme
Early finish on Fridays
Life assurance
Company sick pay scheme (increasing with service)
Employee Assistance Programme
Additional holidays and long-service rewards
Wellbeing initiatives
Cycle to Work scheme
Free on-site parking and EV charging
The organisation is a strong supporter of the Armed Forces community and actively encourages applications from service leavers, reservists and veterans, recognising transferable military skills and experience.
If you’re passionate about Manufacturing Engineering and want to play a key role in developing assembly capability within a high-complexity engineering programme, we’d welcome your application