Job Description
What will you be doing?
We’re on the lookout for hands-on, solutions-driven engineers to join an exciting manufacturing efficiency project based in Bedlington. This is your chance to play a pivotal role in improving productivity and performance across key areas of a high-tech electronics manufacturing site. If you're passionate about making real impact on the shop floor — we want to hear from you.
Your main responsibilities will be:
* Drive improvements in manufacturing equipment performance and production yield
* Use data-led analysis to identify and resolve inefficiencies in process and equipment
* Support continuous improvement initiatives using structured problem-solving tools (e.g. A3 thinking)
* Troubleshoot machinery issues and work closely with technicians to implement solutions
* Collaborate with engineering and production teams to embed sustainable improvements
* Take ownership of key challenges and drive change with minimal supervision
Who are we looking for?
* A background in Mechanical or Process Engineering
* At least 4 years’ experience in a manufacturing setting (flexible for exceptional junior talent)
* Strong understanding of electronic component manufacturing is highly desirable
* Experience improving yield, performance, or operational efficiency
* Comfortable working directly with machines and solving hands-on production issues
* Knowledge of die bonding or wire bonding would be a big bonus
* Confident working independently and leading improvement activities on-site
You are...
* Passionate about engineering
* result-oriented
* proactive
Qualifications
Experience, skills and qualifications required:
* Degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, or related field
* Analytical mindset with a practical, proactive approach to problem solvin
* Excellent communication and teamwork skills
* Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Additional Information
Why join us?
We foster a community of dually talented individuals who are both entrepreneurs and technology specialists. Our teams embody the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship, enabling us to develop solutions most efficiently.
Our commitment to sustainable growth is unwavering, and we continuously strive for accelerated transformation and continuous improvement. Through ALTEN labs, mentoring programs, internal universities, and more, we are always pushing boundaries and embracing new possibilities.
We offer incredible opportunities to join inspiring projects in the most innovative companies.
We prioritise your career development with personalised support plans tailored to your own aspirations. We're here to empower you and help you reach your full potential.
Join our passionate team and start building tomorrow, today!
In short you get:
* A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
* A chance to work on the most exciting engineering projects and technologies along with Premium Customers
* A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
* A competitive salary
* Private Medical Insurance
* Pension Scheme
* Cycle-to-work Scheme among many additional benefits
* Social atmosphere, regular gatherings, and team buildings
* Flexible way of working (role dependent)