Project Engineer - Manufacturing Support

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Manufacturing Support Project Engineer to join an established engineering and manufacturing business in Stockport. You'll be responsible for supporting CNC machining operations, delivering manufacturing engineering projects and driving improvements across tooling, processes and production efficiency. The role combines hands-on manufacturing knowledge with project management, equipment installation and continuous improvement.

This position would suit an experienced Manufacturing Engineer or Project Engineer with a strong CNC machining background, particularly within milling and precision engineering. It will appeal to someone who enjoys solving practical manufacturing challenges, developing tooling and fixtures, and taking ownership of engineering projects that improve productivity, quality and operational performance.

• Provide technical support across CNC machining operations, troubleshooting manufacturing issues and improving machining processes, cutting tools and production efficiency.
• Design and develop jigs, fixtures, tooling and work-holding solutions to improve machining performance, quality and manufacturability.
• Manage manufacturing engineering projects, using Microsoft Project to plan, coordinate and monitor activities, including machinery installations and commissioning.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and work instructions, while providing technical training and support to production operators.
• Work closely with production teams, suppliers and contractors to deliver continuous improvement initiatives, reduce manufacturing costs and improve operational efficiency.

• In return you'll receive a salary up to £60k, 25 days holiday and 7% pension contributions from the business.

So if you're looking for a Manufacturing Engineering role where you can combine your CNC machining expertise with project delivery and continuous improvement.

This position is based on-site in Stockport, five days per week. Strong CNC milling experience, tooling and fixture design knowledge, AutoCAD, Microsoft Project and SAP (or similar ERP) experience are essential. Previous experience delivering manufacturing engineering projects and improving machining processes is also required.