Job DescriptionSenior Manufacturing Engineer
Woking, UK
£50,000 (flexible for the right candidate)
Full-time | Permanent
Are you a hands-on, solutions-driven Production or Manufacturing Engineer looking to take the next step in your career?
Overview, a fast-growing UK SME and global leader in autonomous sensor systems and integrated servo drive technology, is looking for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to join our Operations team. You’ll play a vital role in bridging R&D and production—helping take cutting-edge products from prototype through to scalable, cost-effective manufacturing.
With a clear progression pathway into a Lead role, this is the perfect opportunity for someone with solid production engineering experience who’s ready to step up.
What You’ll Do
* Drive efficient production of new and existing electromechanical products.
* Optimise manufacturing processes, jigs, fixtures, and tooling.
* Lead cost-reduction and productivity improvement projects.
* Collaborate with R&D, suppliers, and production to ensure design-for-manufacture excellence.
* Create BOMs, work instructions, and support test system specification.
* Coach junior engineers and deputise for the Head of Manufacturing Engineering.
What We’re Looking For
* Degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering.
* Experience in high or medium-volume manufacturing environments.
* Strong knowledge of electromechanical assembly and testing.
* Confident using SolidWorks and production line design tools.
* Comfortable working cross-functionally, solving problems, and driving continuous improvement.
* Familiar with ISO 9001 and quality tools like PFMEA, 6 Sigma, 8D.
Why Join Us?
* 27 days holiday + bank holidays (increases with service)
* Hybrid & flexible working options
* BUPA medical insurance & cashback plan
* Early finish Fridays & discretionary bonus scheme
* Employee perks: free snacks, free parking, EAP, and more
* Rapid personal development & support for professional growth
* Work on next- defence, security & emergency response technologies
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