Manufacturing Engineer. Up to 53K DOE, 28 days holiday, 42.5 hours, full-time (flexible with start and finish times ie 7am - 4.30pm/8am - 5.30pm, Permanent
A growing business is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to support improvements across production, engineering, and after-sales. You'll focus on optimising workflow, reducing waste, strengthening build quality, and supporting warranty analysis. This is a hands-on, influential role ideal for someone who enjoys problem-solving and driving process excellence.
Key duties of the Manufacturing Engineer:
Improve workflow using Lean, Kaizen, and Six Sigma tools
Deliver improvement projects across the business
Review build methods, drawings, and specifications for accuracy
Support warranty investigations and identify root causes
Develop and maintain SOPs and process documents
Analyse data on output, downtime, and product performance
Work across Engineering, Production, and After-Sales teams
Identify trends and introduce corrective or preventive actions
Support compliance, quality standards, and type-approval work
The ideal candidate with have experience in the following:
Experience applying Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement
Ability to interpret technical drawings and compliance documentation
Strong problem-solving skills and root-cause analysis capability
Confident working with data, KPIs, and performance metrics
Ability to create SOPs, work instructions, and process standards
Excellent communication and ability to work across multiple teams
Desirable:
Degree or HND in Mechanical, Automotive, or Manufacturing Engineering
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (or similar)
Experience in HGV manufacturing, vehicle conversions.
Knowledge of SolidWorks or production analysis tools
If you would like a private chat about the role before applying - Please contact Rodger Morley at E3 Recruitment.