Laing O'Rourke
Manufacturing Engineer - Process & Facility Development
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Manufacturing Engineer - Process & Facility Development
Manufacturing Engineer – Process & Facility Development
Location
UK – Dartford, Nottingham, Worksop, Manchester
An opportunity has arisen to join a Technology & Innovation team delivering next-generation manufacturing solutions for the construction sector. The focus is on advanced, industrialised production systems including automation, digital manufacturing and factory-based delivery.
This role suits engineers experienced in designing and industrialising production systems, looking to apply that capability in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.
Who Would This Role Suit?
- Engineers from automotive, aerospace, robotics, EV/battery, or advanced manufacturing
- Construction professionals with experience in modular, DfMA (Design for Manufacture and Assembly) or manufacturing exposure, and a keen interest in industrialisation
About The Team
The team is focused on transforming construction through manufacturing principles — developing production systems, processes and facilities that enable scalable, efficient delivery.
What Duties Will the Manufacturing Engineer Be Responsible For?
The role involves defining, developing, and industrialising manufacturing processes for new facilities, translating product designs into buildable, operable production systems.
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Working across process design, facility layout, and equipment integration, responsibilities include supporting delivery from concept to commissioning and ramp-up.
Key Responsibilities
- Define manufacturing processes, including:
- Flow and workstation design
- Cycle times and throughput
- Develop factory layouts, line configurations, and material handling solutions
- Specify equipment, tooling, robotics, and automation, collaborating with suppliers through:
- Concept development
- FAT (Factory Acceptance Test)/SAT (Site Acceptance Test)
- Installation
- Support commissioning, validation, and ramp-up, resolving:
- Bottlenecks
- Performance issues
- Collaborate across product and process in dynamic, first-of-a-kind environments
Essential Experience
- Background in:
- Automotive
- Aerospace
- Robotics
- Advanced manufacturing
- Construction with manufacturing exposure
- Experience in designing production lines, cells, or facility layouts
- Understanding of:
- Process flow
- Material handling
- Production systems
- Experience with:
- Equipment specification
- Supplier liaison
- Automation
- Exposure to:
- Commissioning
- Industrialisation
- Production start-up
- Strong problem-solving skills, with a practical, delivery-focused approach
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Desirable Experience
- Experience in FOAK (First of a Kind) or NPI (New Product Introduction) environments
- Knowledge of digital manufacturing or production modelling tools
- Prior experience working with integrators or equipment suppliers
- Awareness of:
- Cost constraints
- Schedule pressures
- Delivery deadlines
Personal Attributes
- Systems thinker, focused on flow and efficiency
- Comfortable working in evolving and uncertain environments
- Hands-on, curious, and commercially aware
About Laing O’Rourke
Laing O’Rourke is an international engineering and construction business, renowned for pushing boundaries in digital engineering, modern methods of construction, and sustainable delivery. With over 150 years of heritage, they are committed to fostering environments where diverse teams thrive.
Accessibility & Inclusion
Laing O’Rourke participates in the Disability Confident scheme. If you meet the essential criteria and wish to be considered through their Offer an Interview scheme, please indicate so.
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