Manufacturing Engineer; SC Clearable

Position: Manufacturing Engineer (Must be SC Clearable)
Manufacturing Engineer

Start Date:

November 2026

Location:

Romsey Onsite 5 days per week
Duration:  6 months
Day Rate:  £380 per day to the agency
IR35:  Inside IR35
Clearance:  The role can start under BPSS. SC clearance is highly preferred, and candidates who do not currently hold SC must be eligible and willing to obtain it.

The Role   We are looking for an experienced  Manufacturing Engineer  to join a technology-focused manufacturing environment, driving improvements across production processes, quality, cost and delivery performance.
The role will focus on  Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement and problem solving , working closely with Production, Engineering, Supply Chain and wider business teams to identify opportunities, resolve issues and deliver measurable improvements.
You will play a key role in improving manufacturing processes and supporting the successful assembly and testing of electronic and electro-mechanical products. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Manufacturing Engineer who enjoys solving complex problems, leading change and delivering practical improvements within a fast-paced engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities     Drive the optimisation of key manufacturing and supporting processes to improve productivity, reduce cost, shorten lead times and enhance quality.
Lead structured problem-solving activities using methodologies such as  PSP, 8D, Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and DMAIC .
Identify, lead and facilitate  Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement (CI)  projects, providing clear communication and updates on progress, risks and outcomes.
Identify and escalate risks, issues and opportunities relating to processes and delivery, working with project teams, business leaders and sponsors to implement effective solutions.
Promote a strong culture of  Continuous Improvement , identifying opportunities to improve CI processes, frameworks and ways of working across the organisation.
Implement and maintain  PFMEA, 5S and Asset Care  programmes across operational processes.
Support  Supply Chain improvement initiatives  and contribute to wider operational efficiency programmes.
Provide technical support to Production across the assembly and testing of electronic and hardware products.
Troubleshoot manufacturing and product issues, identifying root causes and implementing sustainable solutions.
Support the investigation and resolution of product non-conformances, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.
Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to deliver significant manufacturing and process improvements.
Education & Qualifications     Degree qualified in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics Engineering or a relevant engineering discipline.
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt  qualification.
Strong computer literacy and confidence using engineering and business systems.
Skills & Experience   We're particularly interested in candidates with:
Demonstrable experience in  Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma and Continuous Improvement  methodologies.
Proven experience leading change initiatives and improvement projects.
Detailed knowledge of  electronic and mechanical assembly and testing principles .
Previous experience working within an  electro-mechanical manufacturing or assembly environment .
Experience using both automated and manual measurement techniques across a range of test equipment.
Proven experience troubleshooting product and manufacturing non-conformances.
Strong practical experience using structured problem-solving techniques, including  PSP, 8D, RCA and DMAIC .
Experience working with  MRP systems ; knowledge of  IFS  would be advantageous.
Experience working across cross-functional teams and collaborating with stakeholders throughout a business.
A proven track record of delivering projects that drive significant operational, manufacturing and process improvements.
Excellent communication, collaboration and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to translate engineering requirements into practical manufacturing solutions.
Personal Attributes & Competencies   We're looking for someone who is:
Highly analytical with excellent attention to detail.
Process-driven, with the ability to work within established procedures while identifying opportunities to improve them.
Comfortable working to tight deadlines and managing competing priorities.
Self-motivated, proactive and able to work independently.
A strong team player who can build effective relationships…