Digital Manufacturing Engineer in Sheffield

At Sheffield Forgemasters we have an exciting opportunity for a Digital Manufacturing Engineer to join our recapitalisation team. This role is based at our 64-acre site, sitting in the heart of Sheffield. Our Recapitalisation Team deliver a programme of work specifically focused on substantial critical asset renewal, including but not limited to: A new Forge building with a new Forge press, offices & water pumping station; New Machine Shops; Investment in flood prevention measures and Facilities upgrades to improve the working environment for colleagues.

As a Digital Manufacturing Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting the delivery and maintenance of Sheffield Forgemaster’s core Digital Manufacturing systems, including PLM, CAD/CAM and MES. Additionally, supporting the integration and upkeep of auxiliary systems (tool management, simulation, 3D scanning, robotics).

What you’ll be doing:

• Deliver, manage and maintain Sheffield Forgemaster’s core OT systems to enable effective digital transformation and operational performance.
• Develop and support digital process workflows for efficient, precise manufacturing of high-integrity components.
• Implement and sustain LEAN methodologies to reduce waste, minimise variation and improve process flow.
• Contribute to the digital thread by ensuring traceable, validated data throughout the product lifecycle.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Quality and IT to drive adoption of digital tools and strengthen data continuity.
• Produce digital work instructions, visualisations and manufacturing simulations to enhance operator capability.
• Provide user training and first-line support for digital manufacturing systems across the organisation.

About You:

• An awareness of manufacturing systems (PLM, MES, etc.).
• Strong working experience within Operational processes.
• Strong communication and presentation skills to form relationships with internal business units.
• Demonstrated application of LEAN manufacturing principles (e.g. 5S, VSM, Kaizen, standard work).

As well as having the skills, knowledge and experience for this role, we are also looking for someone who embodies our core values: Customer Focus; Working Together; Trust & Respect; Quality & Innovation and Safety & Wellbeing.

The Working Pattern:

This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday. We offer flexibility in our start and finish times between 06:15 - 09:30 and 14:30 – 18:00.

Why Sheffield Forgemasters?

Sheffield Forgemasters is an iconic steel production and engineering company, with a history that can be traced back to the 1750s, starting life as a small blacksmith forge. We have since gone through many evolutions and gone by several different names and guises, whilst consistently being at the forefront of innovation and new process development in the steel industry. Recognising Sheffield Forgemasters as a global leader in the designing, manufacturing and delivering of world-class steel forgings and castings, we were acquired by the UK Ministry of Defence in 2021. The acquisition has secured our role as a critical supplier to the next generation of UK defence programmes. As part of this programme of work, £1.3bn is being invested in modernising our plant and equipment, creating new opportunities for the business and our colleagues.

What We Offer:

• Stability, with large-scale & long-term investment and orders already secured into the 2040s.
• A programme of redevelopment that will include state-of-the-art new machinery and facilities on site.
• Up to 8% employer pension contribution.
• Life Assurance Scheme as part of the pension programme, 4 x annual salary.
• All Employee Bonus Scheme, up to £1000 paid annually, dependent on company performance.
• Onsite canteen.
• Free onsite parking and available EV chargers.
• Multi-Faith Room.
• Long service award scheme.
• Free Sheffield Forgemasters branded coat upon joining, with other branded workwear available to purchase online.
• You at Work – Access to online discounts portal.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Discounted Westfield Health Plan Scheme.
• Onsite Occupational Health Team, providing health screening and wellbeing initiatives and support.

Equality and Diversity:

Our people are at the heart of everything we do at Sheffield Forgemasters. It’s vital that our workforce reflects the diversity of both our local catchment area and the wider society in the UK, so we’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer and we actively seek candidates from diverse backgrounds and communities.

Flexible Working:

We recognise the importance of work-life balance and are open to discussing flexible working arrangements that align with our policies. Where business needs allow, some roles may be suitable for a combination of office-based and remote working.

Security:

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. People working with government / MOD assets must complete Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks.

Nationality limitations:

Please be aware that many roles at Sheffield Forgemasters are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard.