Principal Manufacturing Engineer

Principal Manufacturing Engineer

My client is an established global manufacturer of low volume, high value, engineered-to-order solutions supplying throughout EMEA from their UK site.

We are looking for an experienced and Senior / Principal Manufacturing Engineer with lots of UK experience having worked in large process driven manufacturing environments.

Visa sponsorship and short term visa’s are not possible.

The Role

• Process design and improvement to process flow and layout strategies:
• Provide technical support to production teams to resolve manufacturing issues.
• Develop and implement quality control systems and standards, RCCA
• Specify, select, and oversee the installation of new manufacturing equipment, tooling, fixtures.
• Analyze manufacturing costs and identify opportunities for cost reduction.
• Implement lean manufacturing principles and techniques to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, SOPs, and process flow diagrams.
• Prepare reports on manufacturing performance
• Lead and manage projects aimed at improving manufacturing processes
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Conduct training sessions for production staff on new processes or equipment.

Requirements

• Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering – essential
• Substantial experience in manufacturing engineering, process engineering, process plant, HVAC, capital equipment, large infrastructure projects involving multi-disciplinary electro-mechanical facets.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials including fabrication, welding, structural steel, building construction, pre-fabrication / off-site manufacturing
• Proficiency in SolidWorks – essential
• Experience with low volume, high value manufacturing environment – essential

Hours: 38 hours, flexible working between 0930-1630
Friday 9.30 to 1.00

Package

• Salary to around £51K
• 25 days holiday
• Pension, healthcare

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