Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Process (Logistics) in Pitstone

The Senior Manufacturing Engineer acts as the technical lead for a defined manufacturing domain or process, providing expert support, coaching and escalation for Manufacturing Engineers and Operations teams. You'll specialise in the design, development and implementation of logistics, packaging, preservation and material handling solutions to optimise quality and delivery of the production facility.

As part of a global group and the heart of Safran's Power Division, Safran Electrical & Power is one of the world's leaders in aircraft electrical systems. We recognise that aviation needs to innovate and change in order to protect our environment. We believe that future aircraft power systems will be hybrid-electric or full-electric, which is why we are developing advanced electrical solutions to help decarbonise flight. In addition to supporting the next generation of traditional aircraft, we are also working to support new Vertical Take-off and landing aircraft, light jets that will revolutionise the way we fly.

The role is responsible for leading the design, implementation, optimisation and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes, ensuring safety, efficiency, quality, cost-effectiveness and compliance with regulatory and industrial standards.

Key responsibilities:

• Senior technical authority for all logistics, packaging, handling and preservation processes.
• Lead, design and approve product and process documentation, specifications and engineered equipment designs.
• Own site-wide strategy for material flow, line-side presentation, storage, handling equipment, and product preservation.
• Oversee lifecycle of all handling equipment, lifting aids and engineered logistics solutions.
• Champion problem-solving maturity across the site, coaching teams in 8D, 5-Why and RCA methods.
• Senior approver for lifting aid design changes, packaging specifications, equipment modifications and flow alterations.
• Represent the site as SME for packing & handling during audits and customer visits.
• Define continuous improvement strategy for logistics, packaging, handling and factory-equipment systems.

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, manufacturing, or other related engineering field.
• Demonstrable experience in manufacturing engineering, ideally in a regulated industry.
• Proficiency in CAD, CAM, and process simulation tools.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing & Six Sigma methodologies.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience deploying APQP standards and tools.
• Experience mentoring or developing engineers.

At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone and are proudly a Disability Confident Employer. We also know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, we encourage anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. We will consider all applicants who meet the minimum essential requirements regardless of their identity or background. Please let us know in your cover letter if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation.