Manufacturing Engineer

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Segensworth, Hampshire
Salary: Up to £48,000
Closing Date: 5th August 2026
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

The Company

We are recruiting on behalf of a world-class aerospace filtration manufacturer based in Segensworth, Hampshire. A market leader in their field, they are looking for a talented Manufacturing Engineer to join their Production team and play a key role in delivering manufacturing excellence, continuous improvement, and innovative engineering solutions.

The Role

Reporting to the Head of Operations, you will be involved across the full manufacturing lifecycle — from production support and process development through to new product introduction and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities include:

* Ensuring manufacturing readiness across product lines and supporting production teams with training and technical expertise

* Designing tooling solutions to minimise downtime and leading root cause investigations to improve first pass yield

* Developing safe, efficient, and repeatable manufacturing processes using DOE, PFMEA, SPC, and control plans

* Validating new processes and leading FAT/SAT activities

* Championing Design for Manufacture (DfM) principles and supporting NPI activities through prototype builds and design reviews

* Driving Lean and Kaizen initiatives to deliver measurable improvements in cost, quality, and delivery

* Promoting a safety-first culture and ensuring all processes meet HSE and regulatory standards

What We're Looking For

Essential:

* Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Engineering

* 2–5 years' experience in manufacturing engineering

* Experience in aerospace or similar high-mix, low-volume environments

* Strong knowledge of GD&T, CAD, FMEA, and 8D problem solving

* Familiarity with metal fabrication and surface treatments

* Excellent communication, analytical, and project management skills

Desirable:

* Lean / Six Sigma knowledge

* SAP or ERP experience

* CNC or machining workshop experience

What's on Offer

* Salary up to £48,000

* Aerospace-focused, dynamic working environment

* A supportive team culture built on innovation, quality, and people development

* Real opportunity to make an impact and grow your career

Interested?

Apply now or contact us directly for a confidential conversation
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed