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Manufacturing Engineer

Job in Peterlee, Durham County, SR8, England, UK
Listing for: PE Global
Contract position
Listed on 2026-05-31
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Manufacturing Engineer, Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Quality Engineering
  • Engineering
    Manufacturing Engineer, Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Quality Engineering, Process Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 80000 - 100000 GBP Yearly GBP 80000.00 100000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

PE Global is currently recruiting for an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join our international manufacturing client based in Peterlee, County Durham. This is an initial 12-month contract position and the rate is £29.50p/hr PAYE or £39.87p/hr Umbrella.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop, analyse and manage manufacturing, fabrication, paint and assembly projects
  • Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities to ensure successful product launches
  • Drive continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives across production operations
  • Identify and resolve operational issues relating to safety, ergonomics, quality and efficiency
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers to deliver manufacturing projects
  • Support implementation of new manufacturing equipment, systems and processes
  • Coordinate manufacturing process validation and best practice activities
  • Provide technical guidance and support across manufacturing engineering activities
Requirements
  • Previous experience within a manufacturing engineering environment
  • Experience managing projects and/or supporting new model introduction activities
  • Strong understanding of New Product Introduction (NPI) processes
  • Background within heavy manufacturing, automotive or similar industrial sectors preferred
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Good understanding of Microsoft 365
  • Degree or equivalent qualification in a manufacturing engineering-related discipline desirable
  • Experience with lean manufacturing, APQP/PPAP, safety or ergonomic processes would be advantageous
Additional Information
  • Full-time onsite role based in Peterlee
  • Working hours:

    Monday to Friday, 7:30am – 4:00pm with some flexibility

Please note PE Global cannot provide visa sponsorship for this role. Candidates must have the full right to live and work within the UK for at least the next 12 months.

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