At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead hands-on engineering projects to improve manufacturing processes and drive efficiency.
- Company: Dynamic manufacturing firm near Leicester with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, long-term contract, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Work independently in a fast-paced environment with excellent career advancement potential.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by optimising production processes and enhancing quality.
- Qualifications: Experience in manufacturing engineering and strong project management skills.
The predicted salary is between 47 - 47 £ per hour.
Manufacturing Project Engineer required for a long term contract near Leicester (initially 6 months, likely to extend beyond this). The Manufacturing Project Engineer is expected to function as a hands-on engineering specialist, leading and delivering manufacturing improvement projects whilst supporting the development of robust, repeatable production processes.
Work assignments will involve ownership of multiple projects at varying stages of completion and will require the successful candidate to work independently, identifying issues, developing solutions and driving improvements through to implementation. Responsibilities include:
- Evaluate existing manufacturing processes, identify opportunities for improvement and determine logical approaches to increase efficiency, throughput and quality.
- Analyse manufacturing operations, equipment, layouts and process capability to determine requirements and deliver sustainable improvements.
- Prepare project plans, feasibility assessments and recommendations to support operational and engineering objectives.
- Lead and deliver Manufacturing Engineering projects from current status through to implementation.
- Define project scope, timelines, risks and deliverables whilst driving progress across operations, supply chain and engineering functions.
- Support the installation, commissioning and optimisation of new equipment and tooling.
- Review current manufacturing processes and identify opportunities to improve throughput, efficiency and quality.
- Develop and standardise operating procedures and working methods.
- Establish robust and repeatable manufacturing processes.
- Apply structured problem-solving techniques to address process variability and inefficiencies.
- Drive continuous improvement activities using lean manufacturing principles and best practices.
- Support long-term capability development within the manufacturing area.
- Utilise AutoCAD for layout analysis and 3D CAD software (Creo preferred or similar) to support engineering reviews and improvements.
Previous Manufacturing Engineering experience within a production environment is essential, along with proven experience delivering engineering projects from concept through to implementation. Strong project management and project delivery capability is required, as well as:
- AutoCAD experience for layout review and analysis.
- 3D CAD experience (Creo preferred, similar packages considered).
- Demonstrable process improvement and problem-solving experience.
- Experience supporting equipment installation, commissioning or process change.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects.
- Lean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement experience.
- Material handling or equipment integration experience.
- Exposure to capital project delivery.
This position encompasses manufacturing engineering, project delivery, process development, continuous improvement, equipment implementation, process optimisation and stakeholder coordination wherever a specific engineering assignment may be required. Adheres to established standards, policies and practices relating to quality, cost reduction, safety and operational excellence in performing assigned duties.
Manufacturing Engineer in Desford employer: Entech Technical Solutions
As a Manufacturing Engineer near Leicester, you will join a dynamic team dedicated to driving innovation and efficiency in manufacturing processes. Our company fosters a collaborative work culture that prioritises employee growth through continuous improvement initiatives and hands-on project management opportunities. With a focus on sustainable practices and cutting-edge technology, we offer a rewarding environment where your contributions directly impact operational excellence and long-term capability development.
Contact Details:
Entech Technical Solutions Recruitment Team
