Manufacturing Engineer in Colne

Job Requirements Role Title: Manufacturing EngineerLocation:UKReporting to:Project ManagerPURPOSE OF THE ROLEProvide manufacturing engineering solutions in the areas of Build in Quality (BiQ) by identifying the need for process control before producing parts thus preventing non-conformance by error proofing or by detecting the causes of non-conformance and stopping the process before a defect occurs. Provide Engineering support to customers to trouble shoot and resolve technical problems. Drive improvements in all related manufacturing processes including those related to products, equipment and product quality for customers.PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES / ACCOUNTABILITIESUnderstand the engineering definitions and sequential process for better results in achieving Right at first timeGood decision making capabilities in preparation of process Sound knowledge in new product introduction in line with the Manufacturing launch planAbility to create characteristic matrix and identify feature based severity and key process variablesAbility To Interpret GD&T From model based definition and legacy drawingsAbility to read and understand specifications and standardsWork with cross-functional teams, local experts, partners and suppliers to ensure technical aspects of manufacturing processes are understood and accounted for as required and create and implement PFMEA Good understanding of key processes, controlling methods, methods of measurement, inspection strategy to create and implement control Plans / Inspection PlansConduct supplier audits to drive process standardization, waste elimination, and continuous improvementSupport the investigation of all non-conformance reports and all responses using proven problem solving methodologyAbility to analyse shop floor data in the form of various RFT data, RAG charts, six pack analysis reports and suggest process improvements and fool proof methods for non-conformance reductionAbility to create charts using MinitabAbility to integrate the various BiQ tools with other processes such as Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (DFMEA)Ability to review and approve fairs and PPAP as part of process and product validationThorough understanding of APQP processPERSONAL ATTRIBUTESCustomer FocusProblem Solving AbilityGood Communication in English (oral & written) Team Player Self-Motivated & a Self-StarterEDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONSGraduate in a Mechanical Degree/Diploma or equivalent work experienceShould have background on Quality Management SystemsAerospace manufacturing and improvement experienceIT SYSTEMS & SOTWARE SKILLSMS Office tools: MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Project.Analysis tools: Minitab, Ace tools, SAP, Net InspectAuto Ballooning tools: BCT, DISCUSS etc.Product Lifecycle Management: Siemens Teamcenter / ptc Windchill / Dassualt InnoviaADDITIONAL NON-MANDATORY SKILLSGood understanding of Aerospace manufacturing environmentDESIRED PROFILEWilling to travel to the Customer site & Service providers as requiredProactive approach to work in a fast paced environment Work Experience COMPETENCIES & SKILLS Good knowledge on various manufacturing processesFully conversant in reading and understanding Engineering & Manufacturing Drawings Sound knowledge interpreting the GD&T (standards ASME Y 14.5, JES 161)Sound knowledge in measurements system analysis (MSA)Hands on experience in using all types of measuring & testing equipment, both contact - non-contact, analogue & digitalAble to support root cause analysis and implementation of problem solving techniques like 8DWorking knowledge and experience of using QC tools and SPC analysisHands on experience of working in CFTs for creation of PFMEA and control plansWorking knowledge on concessions, containment procedures and traceability techniquesSound knowledge and experience of working on FAIR, APQP, PPAP Awareness of aerospace requirements (AS9100, various ISO)Job SummaryJob number: P-122380Date posted : 2026-09-02Profession: Aerospace and DefenseEmployment type: Full-TimeExperience: COMPETENCIES & SKILLS Good knowledge on various manufacturing processesFully conversant in reading and understanding Engineering & Manufacturing Drawings Sound knowledge interpreting the GD&T (standards ASME Y 14.5, JES 161)Sound knowledge in measurements system analysis (MSA)Hands on experience in using all types of measuring & testing equipment, both contact - non-contact, analogue & digitalAble to support root cause analysis and implementation of problem solving techniques like 8DWorking knowledge and experience of using QC tools and SPC analysisHands on experience of working in CFTs for creation of PFMEA and control plansWorking knowledge on concessions, containment procedures and traceability techniquesSound knowledge and experience of working on FAIR, APQP, PPAP Awareness of aerospace requirements (AS9100, various ISO)