Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer - Precision Engineering Location: Leicester (On-Site) Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 benefits Job Type: Permanent | Full Time Manufacturing Engineer | CNC | Precision Engineering | Machine Shop | NPI | Lean Manufacturing A leading precision engineering manufacturer is looking to appoint an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to support its machine shop operations in Leicestershire. Manufacturing complex precision-machined components for sectors including aerospace, defence and automotive, the business is investing in continuous improvement, new product introduction and manufacturing excellence. This is an excellent opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer who enjoys improving machining processes and working closely with production teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement and optimise CNC and manual machining processes.
• Define tooling, fixtures, routings, work instructions and manufacturing standards.
• Support NPI and Design for Manufacture activities.
• Lead continuous improvement projects focused on quality, productivity, cost and safety.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and provide technical support to production.

Skills & Experience:

• Min. 5 years experience as a Manufacturing Engineer within a precision machining or machine shop environment.
• Strong knowledge of CNC machining, turning, milling, grinding and manufacturing processes.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings, GD&T and tight tolerance components.
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing, process improvement and problem solving methodologies.
• Degree, HND or equivalent qualification in Manufacturing, Mechanical or Production Engineering preferred.

Why Apply?

• Excellent pension and benefits package.
• Early finish every Friday.
• Ongoing training and career development.
• Opportunity to work on technically challenging, high precision components.