Manufacturing Engineer

Position: Manufacturing Engineer (Permanent)
Shorterm group are currently looking for a manufacturing engineer to join our aircraft landing gear MRO company based in Hayes.

The Role
Reporting to the Technical Process Manager, you will provide hands-on manufacturing engineering support across production operations. You'll focus on developing and improving work instructions, tooling documentation, process controls, and maintenance coordination - while driving continuous improvement across the shop floor.

This is a varied role combining office-based engineering work with significant time spent in the production environment.

Key Responsibilities
Create and maintain manufacturing work instructions and tooling documentation
Define critical checks and inspection regimes based on tooling and process designs
Support production teams in resolving defects and non-conformities
Lead and support structured problem-solving activities (5 Whys, 8D, root cause analysis)
Analyse production data including downtime, cycle times, OEE, waste and machine availability
Drive continuous improvement initiatives using tools such as Pareto analysis and DMAIC
Identify process waste and implement efficiency improvements
Conduct time and motion studies, workflow analysis, line balancing and capacity analysis
Coordinate equipment maintenance and repair activities
Develop and maintain tooling and equipment master data within SAP / ERP systems
Support automation initiatives to improve consistency, reduce cycle times and optimise processes
Ensure compliance with Environmental, Health & Safety standards

Experience
Minimum 1-2 years experience.
Proven track record in delivering measurable process improvements
Hands-on experience using structured problem-solving methods
Experience applying Lean tools such as Pareto analysis, DMAIC and OEE

Experience with in metal component processing or surface finishing (aerospace highly desirable)

Technical Skills
Ability to read engineering drawings and understand mechanical manufacturing processes
Experience creating detailed manufacturing work instructions
Strong analytical mindset with KPI-driven decision making
CAD experience (Solid Works preferred)
Good understanding of ERP/MRP systems (SAP advantageous)
Confident using digital tools to improve data collection and process performance

Qualifications
Minimum HND in Mechanical Engineering (or related discipline)
Lean / Continuous Improvement or Statistical Process Control training advantageous

Personal Attributes
Strong communicator - able to explain technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical teams
Collaborative team player comfortable working in a matrix environment
Analytical, organised and solutions-focused
Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing setting

If you feel your are suitable please apply now or contact Callum Withey at Shorterm group for more information