At a Glance
- Tasks: Support project managers and translate designs into actionable manufacturing plans.
- Company: Join a dynamic team in Chorley with a hybrid working model.
- Benefits: Enjoy a 4-day work week, competitive salary, and generous holiday allowance.
- Other info: Great opportunity for career growth in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in engineering while enjoying work-life balance.
- Qualifications: HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or related fields required.
The predicted salary is between 43000 - 43000 £ per year.
We are looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to work on a permanent basis in Chorley/Hybrid. The role is working a 4 day working week - Monday to Thursday. Salary is £40-46,000 per annum plus 25 days' holiday and bank holidays, pension, healthcare.
Responsibilities for the Manufacturing Engineer:
- Project Support & Delivery: Assist in managing project scope, budgets, schedules, and quality performance, including tracking Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and capturing Lessons learned.
- Manufacturing Integration: Interpret complex engineering drawings to generate Bills of Materials (BOMs) within MES/MCS systems and establish optimal manufacturing routings.
- Change & Risk Management: Monitor project variances, support change control processes, and proactively identify risks to implement mitigation plans.
- Stakeholder Liaison: Act as a professional interface for clients, subcontractors, Quantity Surveyors, and Quality Engineers to ensure alignment on project goals.
- Technical Oversight: Provide technical support to internal production teams and subcontractors, resolving engineering issues as they arise.
- Reporting & Progress Tracking: Attend progress meetings, expedite internal/subcontracted deliverables, and produce accurate updates for weekly progress reports.
Person Specification for the Manufacturing Engineer:
Qualifications:
- Essential: HNC/HND or City & Guilds in Mechanical Engineering, Fabrication, or Welding.
- Essential: Membership in an applicable professional institute.
- Desirable: IOSH Health & Safety Certificate.
Experience & Technical Knowledge:
- Essential: Substantial experience in a manufacturing environment with a strong background in fabrication, welding processes (MMA, TIG, MIG/MAG), materials (stainless/carbon steel, aluminium), and machining techniques.
- Essential: Ability to interpret varied engineering drawings, specifications, quality plans, and Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
- Essential: Experience with AutoCAD (or other drawing packages), Microsoft Office, and cost analysis/estimating.
- Desirable: Understanding of project planning principles (including P6 programming interpretation), risk management, and commercial contracts (such as NEC).
- Desirable: Experience managing small teams or lower-risk projects.
How to apply for the Manufacturing Engineer: Please call Rebecca at Simply Recruitment Group or press APPLY NOW.
Manufacturing Engineer in Chorley employer: Simply Recruitment Group
Simply Recruitment Group is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values employee development and well-being. With competitive salaries, generous holiday allowances, and comprehensive benefits including a company pension and healthcare, employees are encouraged to grow their skills in a dynamic environment while working in the beautiful Wirral area, which provides a perfect blend of professional opportunities and quality of life.
