Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Huddersfield - 1 day WFH
Working Hours: 37.5 hours/week, Monday to Friday - Choose the hours you work (Core hours 9 am–2:30 pm)
Travel: Occasional domestic travel (up to 5%); no international travel
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

About the Role
We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join a major player in the Defence sector and play a key role in supporting our production and assembly operations. You’ll be involved in technical problem-solving, process development, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure product quality and operational efficiency.

This is a hands-on engineering role ideal for individuals passionate about precision manufacturing and continuous improvement within a high-integrity sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide daily technical support to production and assembly teams.

• Act as a critical link between design engineering and the shop floor.

• Evaluate component manufacturability and tooling/machine suitability.

• Participate in design reviews and provide input on production feasibility.

• Conduct PFMEAs and support process development.

• Interpret and create 2D and 3D manufacturing drawings.

• Ensure compliance with Quality Assurance standards.

• Drive continuous improvement (CI) initiatives to optimise production.

• Design custom tooling and uphold Machinery Safety regulations.

• Collaborate with internal departments (design, quality, supply chain) and external partners.

• Generate work orders and complete associated technical documentation.

Qualifications

• Minimum: Relevant engineering diploma with practical experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Preferred: Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related Engineering field.

Skills & Experience

Technical:

• Experience with rotating component manufacture (e.g. turning, milling, boring)

• Understanding of mechanical assembly processes

• Competence in CNC programming and GD&T principles

• Proficient in 2D/3D CAD tools and SAP (for manufacturing)

• Strong engineering drawing interpretation and creation skills

Business:

• Excellent communication and organisational skills

• Adaptable and committed to continuous learning

Leadership & Problem-Solving:

• Strong integrity and ability to mentor others

• Evidence-based decision-making in collaborative settings

Interpersonal:

• Consistently deliver on cost, quality, and schedule targets

• Effective team contributor with the ability to influence through logic and data

Additional Information

• No direct reports

• Must have the legal right to work in the UK

• Role is subject to UK security and export control regulations

Join a Dynamic Business
If you’re looking to apply your engineering expertise in a forward-thinking, mission-critical environment, we’d love to hear from you. Bring your skills to a team that values precision, collaboration, and innovation in defence manufacturing.