Senior Manufacturing Engineer in Crawley

About the Role

A leading clean‑energy technology company is expanding and seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to drive process excellence across high‑value, next‑generation energy products. This is a chance to influence manufacturing strategies in an innovative environment where world‑class engineering directly supports global sustainability goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing process development and optimisation initiatives
• Apply Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to improve efficiency and product quality
• Use analytical tools such as value stream mapping and cycle time analysis
• Support technology transfer activities including FAT, documentation, training and partner engagement
• Apply SPC techniques (control charts, Cp/Cpk, gauge R&R) and conduct risk assessments (PFMEA, DFM/A, DRBFM)
• Provide technical leadership and coach others in structured problem‑solving
• Advise on long‑term manufacturing strategies and best practices

Requirements

• Degree in Chemical, Process, Manufacturing or similar engineering discipline
• Strong experience as a Manufacturing Engineer in a production environment
• Practical expertise in at least one relevant industrial process, e.g.:

• Heat treatment
• Deposition techniques (e.g. screen printing)
• Laser ablation or welding
• Ceramics processing

Desirable Skills

• Experience in high‑tech, energy, materials, automotive, defence or electronics manufacturing
• Prior involvement in scaling new processes or technology transfer
• Six Sigma certification (Green/Black Belt)
• Experience with sustainability or cost‑reduction programmes

What’s Offered

• Competitive salary + pension + life assurance
• Medical cash plan (dental & vision), virtual GP, mental health support
• Income protection & employee assistance programme
• Annual leave (up to 25 days) + paid birthday leave
• Enhanced family leave policies & sabbatical options
• Cycle to Work scheme, gym discounts, retail discounts
• Save‑as‑you‑earn scheme & referral bonuses
• Recognition awards and EV scheme

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Manufacturing

Industries

Manufacturing