Manufacturing Engineer

Location: North Sunderland

If you dont meet every requirement listed but believe you have relevant skills and experience, wed still love to hear from you. Please still apply and send us your CV for consideration! Rapiscan Systems is a global leader in detection technology, delivering advanced cargo and vehicle inspection systems that support ports, borders, and high-security environments worldwide. Our innovative X-ray imaging solutions enable customers to detect threats, combat illegal activity, and maintain secure operations with confidence.

The Role Reporting to the Operations Director, this position plays a key role in driving manufacturing efficiency and supporting the continuous improvement of production operations. You will act as a change agent within the manufacturing team, leading initiatives to improve processes, introduce new products, and enhance facility layout and performance.

Key Responsibilities Support day-to-day production activities including troubleshooting and improvement plans Lead Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) reviews Analyse downtime and implement improvements to quality and efficiency Evaluate production flow and identify bottlenecks Support new product introductions (NPI) Improve shop floor layouts and space utilisation Collaborate cross-functionally on improvements Maintain and standardise documentation and SOPs Conduct risk assessments and ensure safety compliance Support quality assurance and investigate failures Assist with material flow and presentation Key Skills & Experience Experience in a volume manufacturing environment Hands-on approach and ability to support teams on the shop floor Experience in new product introduction Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Knowledge of lean manufacturing tools (5S, Six Sigma, Kaizen) Understanding of manufacturing processes (machining, assembly, automation)

Experience with root cause analysis tools Familiarity with quality standards (ISO 9001, etc.) Understanding of material flow and scheduling Knowledge of health & safety practices Qualifications Degree in a relevant engineering or technical discipline or time served