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Junior Manufacturing Engineer

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7 months ago
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If you’re in a role right now where you’re not developing—or you’re just not where you thought you’d be—this could be the career lift-off you’ve been looking for.

We’re working with an innovative aerospace manufacturer who is passionate about nurturing talent. They’re looking for a Junior Manufacturing Engineer—someone bright, motivated, and ready to roll up their sleeves. You’ll join a collaborative team, work hands-on with cutting-edge technology, and receive support from experienced engineers who want to help you thrive.

What you’ll be doing as their Junior Manufacturing Engineer:

Getting hands-on with aerospace components and learning how they’re made, assembled, and tested

Supporting process improvement projects on the shop floor

Working closely with senior engineers and production teams to solve real manufacturing challenges

Using tools like CAD, quality systems, and lean methodologies (training provided!)

Building the kind of technical confidence and experience you can’t get from a spreadsheet

Why this role?

Structured training & development
Real progression opportunities
Work on exciting aerospace products
Supportive team and leadership
A place where your ideas and enthusiasm will actually be valued

What we’re looking for :

A degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or a related Engineering discipline

Some experience in a hands-on or technical role—this could be from a placement, project, or your current job

A genuine interest in how things are made and a desire to keep learning

Someone who’s proactive, curious, and ready to grow

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