Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Coventry, West Midlands
Salary: -55,000 - -65,000 per annum (DOE)
Hours: Monday to Friday, Days

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Career progression opportunities
• Opportunity to work on technically challenging projects across multiple industries

Are you an experienced Manufacturing Engineer with a strong background in CNC machining, technical quotations and new product introduction?

We are recruiting for an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join a growing precision engineering business in Coventry.

With continued investment in new technology, manufacturing capabilities and business expansion, this is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in developing manufacturing solutions and supporting new customer projects.

The Role

Reporting to the Technical Director, you will act as the technical link between customers, engineering and production teams.

You will be responsible for reviewing customer enquiries, assessing manufacturability, preparing technical quotations and supporting projects from initial enquiry through to production.

This position would suit an experienced Manufacturing Engineer, Applications Engineer or Production Engineer with strong CNC machining knowledge and commercial awareness.

Key Responsibilities

• Review customer RFQs, engineering drawings, specifications and technical requirements.
• Assess component manufacturability and identify potential manufacturing challenges.
• Define CNC machining processes, production methods, tooling requirements and cycle times.
• Prepare technical information to support accurate manufacturing quotations.
• Liaise directly with customers to clarify requirements and provide technical support.
• Work closely with CNC Programmers, Design Engineers and Production teams to support new project launches.
• Prepare APQP and PPAP documentation for New Product Introduction (NPI).
• Carry out feasibility studies and assess production capacity for new projects.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, cost reductions and value engineering.
• Participate in customer meetings and technical reviews.
• Maintain accurate quotation records and project documentation.
• Support continuous improvement across engineering and manufacturing operations.

About You

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience as a Manufacturing Engineer, Applications Engineer, Production Engineer or CNC Engineer within precision engineering.
• Strong understanding of CNC milling, turning and machining processes.
• Knowledge of CAD/CAM software and CNC programming principles.
• Experience with APQP, PPAP and new product introduction processes.
• Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

Desirable Experience

• HNC, HND or Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Production Engineering.
• Experience within automotive, rail, heavy vehicle, construction or precision engineering.
• Knowledge of IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 quality standards.
• Experience estimating manufacturing costs, cycle times and production methods.
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of manufacturing cost drivers.
• Confident communicating with customers and internal engineering teams.

Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to join an expanding precision engineering business, working on a diverse range of manufacturing projects.

You will have the opportunity to contribute to new business opportunities, support manufacturing improvements and play an important role in the company''s continued growth.

Apply Now

If you are an experienced Manufacturing Engineer with a strong CNC machining background and experience supporting new product introduction, we would like to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV for further information.