Manufacturing Engineer

Job Title:Manufacturing Engineer
Location:Derby
Salary:£35,000 £50,000 (depending on experience)
Hours:Monday to Thursday: 7:00am 4:00pm or 8:00am 5:00pm – Friday: 7:00am 12:00pm or 8:00am 1:00pm

We\’re looking for a confident, all-roundManufacturing Engineerwith a strong understanding ofaerospace engineering, particularlyNPIandFAIRs, and hands-on experience withsheet metal,machining, andCNC/turning processes. This role requires someone whos not just technically competent, but proactive, inquisitive, and ready to roll up their sleeves and take control.

You\’ll be joining asmall, fast-moving teamso youll need to be visible, vocal, and driven. This is not a place to sit in the shadows; its a place for people who thrive on problem-solving, enjoy ownership of processes, and arent afraid to ask the right questions to get to the right answers.

If you\’re someone who knows how to navigate challenges, clarify what\’s missing, and take initiativethis role offers the freedom and support to excel.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership ofNPI projects, from purchase order to FAIR approvalnavigating each gateway with confidence

• SupportFAIRcreation, review, and submission in line with aerospace quality standards

• Work directly on theshop floorwith machining and sheet metal teams to solve problems and improve processes

• Create/maintaindata cards, routings, inspection documents, SOPs, and BOMs

• Interface with quality, engineering, and customers to ensure product and process compliance

• Investigate issues using structuredroot cause analysis, implementcorrective and preventive actions, and follow through to closure

• Lead and supportcontinuous improvementinitiatives across the business

• Take a hands-on role in resolving issuesgathering the facts, speaking with the right people, and presenting clear solutions

• ProvideCAD support

• Contribute to team SQCDP meetings and engage in cross-functional collaboration

What Were Looking For

• Minimum 5 years real-world experiencein a manufacturing engineering role

• Aerospace backgroundessential; must be able to speak confidently about NPI, FAIRs, and relevant processes

• Experience withsheet metal, machining, turning, and special processes

• Strong understanding ofmanufacturing engineering and quality principles

• A confident communicatorcapable of challenging ideas, presenting facts, and collaborating effectively

• Proactive, hands-on approach with a problem-solving mindset

• Ability to manage multiple tasks, stay organised, and adapt quickly

• Experience leading projects and working under minimal supervision

• Willingness to learn and upskill, but must be able tohit the ground running

• Comfortable asking questions and taking ownership of gaps in knowledgehonesty and curiosity are key

• CAD experience

Interview Process

• Stage 1:On-site/Teams

• Stage 2:On-site- includes asite walk, process discussion, and technical Q&A

• Focus onreal-world experience,approach to challenges, andproject ownership

Additional Notes

• No remote or hybrid optionsthis is a fully on-site role

• Statutory sick pay only

• Exposure to a wide variety of processesideal for engineers seekingbreadth, challenge, and job satisfaction

If you like the look of this Manufacturing Engineer role, then click and apply or if you would like further information, please contact Jamie Garcia-Courtice at Orion Electrotech Aylesbury.

Thank you for your application. Due to the volume of applications we receive, unfortunately we are not able to respond to every application personally, therefore, if you have not heard back from us within 5 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful. To see our other available vacancies please visit our website.

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