Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

Tech Connect Group have partnered with a leading automotive engineering business to support them in their recruitment of an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer. The successful individual will support with the development, optimisation and industrialisation of manufacturing processes, tooling and production systems with a niche SME environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of efficient assembly methods and production workflows, driving continuous improvement in quality, cost-performance, and DFM/DFA principles.
• Manage the end‑to‑end lifecycle of production tooling and equipment, from specification and sourcing to commissioning, layout planning, and ongoing maintenance.
• Provide hands‑on technical support to production teams, leading root cause analysis, waste reduction, and the implementation of lean manufacturing best practices.
• Ensure high‑standard manufacturing through rigorous process control, documentation (PFMEA/Work Instructions), and active participation in process validation and NPI activities.
• Partner with Design, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to manage engineering changes, supplier technical reviews, and the scaling of in‑house manufacturing capabilities.

Qualifications

• Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related discipline.
• 3+ years' experience in manufacturing engineering within automotive or similar industrial environments.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, tooling, assembly techniques, and production systems.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Practical understanding of manufacturing cost reduction and process optimisation.