Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Rotherham
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 DOE

Are you an experienced Manufacturing Engineer looking for an opportunity to work on complex, high-precision components within a highly technical manufacturing environment?

Elevation Recruitment Group are working with an established specialist manufacturer in Rotherham, supplying precision-engineered components into the aerospace sector. Due to continued investment and growth, they are looking to appoint a Manufacturing Engineer to support the development and improvement of manufacturing processes.

What's on Offer?

• 257 hours annual leave, including bank holidays.
• Additional day off for your birthday.
• Option to buy and sell up to 5 days' annual leave.
• Royal London pension with 5% employer contribution.
• Life assurance at 2x annual salary.
• Health Shield healthcare cash plan.
• Annual performance reviews.
• Two subsidised company events per year.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Employee benefits scheme.
• £500 Refer-a-Friend bonus following successful completion of probation.
• Monthly staff raffle.
• Free tea and coffee.

As Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a key role in developing manufacturing methods, supporting new product introductions and providing technical expertise to the production team. Your responsibilities will include:

• Creating and developing manufacturing methods and processes.
• Designing and developing work-holding solutions, including technical drawings.
• Simulating CNC programmes using Vericut.
• Providing shop floor support during new process and product prove-outs.
• Interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Producing technical production documentation, including SOPs, tooling sheets and inspection sheets.
• Providing technical support and expertise to the production team.
• Applying knowledge of special processes, heat treatments and coatings.
• Supporting measurement and inspection activities.
• Providing technical support to project and commercial teams.
• Identifying risks, issues and opportunities for improvement.
• Supporting continuous improvement and sustainability initiatives.
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality standards.

We're looking for someone with a strong manufacturing engineering background who is confident working in a precision engineering environment.

You'll ideally have:

• A degree in Manufacturing Engineering or an apprentice-trained equivalent.
• Previous experience in a Manufacturing Engineering role.
• Experience with CNC programming and Vericut simulation.
• CAD/CAM experience.
• Previous experience within the aerospace or defence sector.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.
• A proactive approach and a genuine interest in improving manufacturing processes.

This is a great opportunity to join a technically advanced manufacturing business where you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact on processes, efficiency and product quality.

Apply now to speak with the Elevation Recruitment Group Engineering & Manufacturing team.