At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to drive manufacturing excellence and innovate engineering solutions.
- Company: Dynamic aerospace-focused company committed to innovation and quality.
- Benefits: Supportive environment, career growth opportunities, and a chance to make an impact.
- Other info: Proactive problem solvers with a continuous improvement mindset are encouraged to apply.
- Why this job: Be part of a forward-thinking organisation shaping the future of manufacturing.
- Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 2-5 years in manufacturing engineering.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
About the Role
We’re looking for a talented Manufacturing Engineer to join our Production team at our Segensworth site. Reporting to the Head of Operations, you will play a key role in delivering manufacturing excellence, driving continuous improvement, and introducing innovative engineering solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic aerospace-focused environment, where your expertise will directly impact product quality, efficiency, and operational performance.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Production & Engineering Support
- Ensure manufacturing readiness across product lines
- Design and deliver tooling solutions to minimise downtime
- Support production teams with training and technical expertise
- Lead root cause investigations and improve first pass yield
- Process Development & Optimisation
- Develop safe, efficient, and repeatable manufacturing processes
- Conduct DOE, PFMEA, SPC, and control plans to optimise performance
- Validate new processes and ensure smooth handover to production
- Lead FAT/SAT activities to ensure successful implementation
- New Product Introduction (NPI)
- Champion Design for Manufacture (DfM) principles
- Support early‑stage product development and prototype builds
- Work closely with engineering, production, and suppliers
- Contribute to design reviews and testing strategies
- Continuous Improvement
- Drive Lean initiatives and Kaizen activities
- Deliver data‑driven improvements in cost, quality, and delivery
- Support capital investment planning and capacity expansion
- Safety & Compliance
- Promote a safety‑first culture
- Ensure all equipment and processes meet HSE and regulatory standards
- Support risk assessments and incident investigations
Essential
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Engineering
- 2–5 years’ experience in manufacturing engineering
- Experience in aerospace or similar high‑mix, low‑volume environments
- Strong knowledge of:
- Product development & manufacturing processes
- GD&T and CAD
- FMEA, 8D problem solving
- Metal fabrication and surface treatments
- Excellent communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills
- Project management experience and strong IT skills (MS Office)
Desirable
- Lean / Six Sigma knowledge
- SAP or ERP experience
- CNC or machining workshop experience
Who You Are
- A proactive problem solver with a continuous improvement mindset
- Confident communicating across all levels and with suppliers
- Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and results‑driven
- Adaptable, collaborative, and keen to make a real impact
Why Join Us?
- Innovation
- Quality
- Integrity
- Customer Focus
- People Development
You’ll be part of a supportive team where your ideas are valued, and your career can grow. Ready to Apply? If you’re passionate about engineering excellence and want to be part of a forward‑thinking organisation, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and help shape the future of manufacturing at Porvair.
Manufacturing Engineer employer: Porvair Filtration Group
Porvair Filtration Group is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation and continuous improvement are at the forefront. With a strong focus on employee development and a culture that values collaboration, you will have ample opportunities to grow your skills in a supportive setting. Located in a thriving industrial area, we provide competitive benefits and a commitment to maintaining high standards in manufacturing excellence.
