Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

Bristol

Up to £45,000

Are you a skilled engineer with a background in implementing and refining manufacturing processes for manufacturing components?

Do you have great experience with CAD/CAM?

Are you familiar with CNC machinery?

Then get in touch! Kingston Barnes are recruiting a manufacturing engineer for a client of ours in the Bristol area.

The Role:
As a Manufacturing Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in developing and optimising production methods to support high-quality aerospace manufacturing. You'll work cross-functionally to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and ensure that manufacturing processes meet the highest industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement and refine manufacturing processes for aerospace components
  
  
• Create 3D models and CNC programs using CAD/CAM tools (SolidWorks and SolidCAM)
  
  
• Troubleshoot and resolve production challenges on the shop floor
  
  
• Specify and maintain tooling, jigs, fixtures, and equipment
  
  
• Lead continuous improvement and Lean initiatives
  
  
• Ensure compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001, and other aerospace regulations
  
  
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) and process transfer projects
  
  The Candidate:
  
  
• Proven experience in a manufacturing engineering role, ideally in aerospace
  
  
• Strong knowledge of CNC machining, CAD/CAM (SolidWorks & SolidCAM preferred), and manufacturing techniques
  
  
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and documentation
  
  
• Quality-focused mindset with a drive for Right First Time production
  
  
• Strong collaboration and communication skills across engineering, quality, and production teams
  
  
• HNC or equivalent in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Aerospace Engineering
  
  
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Kaizen
  
  
• Familiarity with industry compliance and IP protection
  
  Benefits:
  
  
• Salary up to £45,000
  
  
• 37-hour week: Monday–Thursday 07:30–16:00, Friday 07:30–12:30
  
  
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
  
  
• Health cash plan
  
  
• 2x salary death in service benefit
  
  
• Pension scheme
  
  If you are interested, please call Josh Hoyle on (phone number removed) or apply online
  
  Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK to apply for this position
  
  *Sponsorship is not available