Manufacturing Engineer in Lakenham

Overview

We are currently seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join our client's dynamic operations team at our state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing facility in Hethel, Norwich. The role is a 6‑month fixed‑term contract.

• Creation of production processes and update of assignments to align with manufacturing build requirements.
• Study of operations sequence, material flow, fixturing/tooling and process documents to improve line balancing, throughput and working procedures.
• Draft and design layout of equipment, materials and workspace to illustrate maximum efficiency.
• Development and maintenance of Process Sheets from engineering released data.
• Production and project support as required.
• Publish clear and concise information covering all aspects of Man/Method/Machine (tooling)/Material requirements.
• Coordinate with the training department to ensure suitable on‑the‑job training for new processes.
• Perform and support time studies for all product, process and component changes to meet required quality, cost and delivery elements.
• Conduct periodic process audits to confirm products are built to release manufacturing engineering information.
• Support investigation, resolution and tracking of concerns and problems in a continuous‑improvement system.
• Support implementation, control and closure of deviations from standard production processes.
• Support design, development and specification of new tooling and fixtures for manufacturing introduction.
• Support tooling, equipment and facilities specification, procurement, installation and commissioning.
• Test new tooling and fixtures and provide constructive feedback.
• Maintain tooling and jig registers.
• Support the build of cars during EP, VP, Pilot and SOP phases.
• Establish daily status of new project introductions from VP stage onwards against the 4M requirements (Man‑Machine‑Method‑Material).
• Adopt a positive coaching and facilitation approach to support manufacturing supervision in achieving the launch plan and objectives.
• Assist in estimating production cost and effects of product design changes for management review.
• Provide technical input and documentation for virtual build events and define equipment, tooling and jig requirements for production operatives to ensure RFT build.

• HNC, HND or Degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering.
• Previous manufacturing, production and engineering knowledge.
• Demonstrated ongoing skills learning and achievement in manufacturing.
• Experience working in a production environment.
• Self‑motivated and driven to succeed.
• Positive “can‑do” attitude, eye for detail and methodical approach.
• Experience of DFMEA and PFMEA processes and related outcome documentation within the Manufacturing Control framework.
• Good understanding of problem solving, poka‑yoke and capability modelling.

• Higher qualifications than degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering.
• Lean thinking or Six Sigma training.
• Very good working knowledge of niche vehicle and OEM automotive industries.
• Out‑going, proactive team player.
• Knowledge of TAKT time, capacity modelling and line‑balancing activities.
• Knowledge of PLC system design, layout optimisation, traceability systems and tooling assessment.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK without visa sponsorship.

• 25 vacation days plus bank holidays.
• Future‑proof pension scheme.
• Private healthcare coverage.