Manufacturing Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join our team at our state‑of‑the‑art facility in Andover.In this role, you will design and implement production methodologies to deliver quality products that meet exacting customer requirements. You will manage all stages of manufacture from initial enquiry through to final delivery, driving continual process improvement through 5S and lean practices.This is an exciting opportunity to work with cutting‑edge 5‑axis CNC technology, advanced automation systems, and industry‑leading CAM software in one of the UK’s most sophisticated precision engineering environments.£58,000 – £65,000 per annum (depending on experience)ResponsibilitiesDevelop efficient CNC processes and optimise tooling for complex precision componentsDesign and implement production methodologies to meet customer requirements and specificationsTake ownership of all stages of manufacture from initial enquiry to production readinessDrive manufacturing improvements and support production excellence through lean practicesCollaborate with cross‑functional teams to solve technical challengesCreate and maintain manufacturing documentation including work instructions and process sheetsSupport the introduction of new products and processesConduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for manufacturing issuesOptimise machine utilisation and reduce cycle timesMentor and support junior engineering staffExperience & QualificationsDegree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent qualification/experienceProven experience in a manufacturing engineering role within precision engineering or aerospaceHands‑on experience with CNC machining processes and 5‑axis technologyProficiency with CAD/CAM software (ideally hyperMILL, Pro‑Engineer/Creo, or similar)Strong understanding of geometrical dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)Experience with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologiesAbility to interpret complex technical drawings and specificationsExcellent problem‑solving and analytical skillsExperience in aerospace/motorsport manufacturing with components to critical tolerancesFamiliarity with Vericut, Tebis, QUINDOS, or similar verification softwareKnowledge of Fanuc G‑code and Siemens programmingExperience with automated manufacturing systems and pallet‑based productionUnderstanding of AS9100 quality management systemsWe OfferPension scheme with employer contributionsLife AssuranceBike2Work SchemeOpportunities for professional development and trainingBusiness mileage allowanceCompany laptop and mobile phone providedOn‑site parking at our modern facilityTeam building events

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