Details:
- Salary: 0 - 45,000 - Annum
- Location: Llay
- Date: 4 weeks ago
Description:
Manufacturing Engineer (NPI
Department: New Product Introduction (NPI)
Reporting to: NPI Quality Lead
Location: Llay
Permanent, Full - Time
Competitive Salary & Benefits
We are working exclusively working with a global manufacturing company who are looking for a proactive engineer with hands-on manufacturing experience who can drive new products from concept to production while ensuring quality, efficiency, and on-time delivery.
As the NPI Manufacturing Engineer you will be responsible for leading the industrialisation and implementation of new aerospace components from design release through to full production.
This role ensures robust, capable, and compliant machining processes are developed, validated, and production-ready.
Working within a cross-functional team, the NPI Manufacturing Engineer will support process development, first article activities, and continuous improvement to achieve on-time delivery and quality requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Lead manufacturing process definition and industrialisation for new products
Develop and maintain routings, process flows, and work instructions
Define CNC machining strategies, tooling, and fixturing
Support CAM optimisation, cycle time reduction, and process stability
Plan and execute process validation and prove-out activities
Support First Article Inspection (FAI) and capability assessments
Ensure processes meet technical, quality, and production requirements
Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations teams
Qualifications & Skills
Degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering (or equivalent experience)
Experience in CNC machining and manufacturing engineering
Knowledge of process validation, tooling, and industrialisation
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications
Familiarity with FAI and aerospace quality standards
Strong problem-solving and communication skills