Moog Inc.
Manufacturing Engineer
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Manufacturing Engineer
Manufacturing Engineer – Wolverhampton, GBR (Onsite)
About Moog
Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Whether solving technical challenges or fostering trust and collaboration, our employees experience greater job satisfaction, competitive rewards, and a high quality of life both in and out of work.
Job Title
Manufacturing Engineer
Reporting To
Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Work Schedule
Onsite – Wolverhampton, GBR
About The Role
We’re looking for a talented and driven Manufacturing Engineer to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to develop and improve manufacturing processes for precision-machined components across a range of materials.
Collaborating with Design Engineering, Product Engineering, and Operations, you will:
- Introduce robust manufacturing solutions
- Support continuous improvement initiatives
- Ensure seamless product transitions into production, with a focus on Quality, Cost, and Delivery
- Contribute to automation projects, Design for Manufacture (DfM), and Lean principles across the business
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and optimise manufacturing processes for precision-machined components
- Create and maintain machining processes for complex components with tight tolerances
- Support Continuous Improvement (CI) projects using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
- Drive process improvements focused on safety, quality, efficiency, and cost reduction
- Provide Design for Manufacture (DfM) guidance during product development
- Support APQP activities, including:
- DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis)
- PFMEA (Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis)
- Control Plans
- MSA (Measurement System Analysis) studies
- Assist with PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) activities and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) interpretation/implementation
- Design and review tooling and fixturing solutions
- Review and approve manufacturing documentation, including:
- Work Instructions (WIs)
- Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Create and maintain manufacturing routings in SAP/Solumina
- Support root cause investigations and corrective action activities
- Identify and deliver automation opportunities in the manufacturing environment
- Ensure new products are production-ready through collaboration with:
- Manufacturing Engineering
- Design Engineering
- Operations team
- Minimise machine shop downtime by addressing process issues
- Assist in process improvement and automation projects within the prismatic machining cell
- Support the Lead and Senior Manufacturing Engineers to meet departmental objectives and production targets
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Skills & Experience
Essential
✔ Manufacturing engineering experience in a precision machining environment ✔ Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Siemens NX) ✔ Knowledge of CNC machining processes and methods ✔ Cutting tool selection and optimisation expertise ✔ Fixture and tooling design skills ✔ Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies ✔ Familiarity with APQP and quality improvement tools ✔ Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement practices ✔ Collaborative working with engineering/operations functions
Desirable
🔹 CAM programming experience (preferably Edgecam or Siemens NX) 🔹 5-axis milling process development expertise 🔹 NC post-processing knowledge 🔹 SAP or Solumina system experience 🔹 Six Sigma certification or practical application skills 🔹 Experience implementing manufacturing automation solutions 🔹 GD&T, DFSS (Design for Six Sigma), and PPAP methodology knowledge
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What You’ll Bring
- A proactive, solutions-focused mindset
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
- Ability to Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence
Security Clearance
- Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required for this role.
- Failure to obtain clearance may result in withdrawal of the employment offer due to national security concerns.
- For details, visit www.gov.uk
What Moog Can Offer You
- Career progression and learning & development opportunities to empower personal and professional growth
- Flexible Benefits Package, including:
- 33 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays)
- Private Medical Insurance
- Mental health support
- Expert financial advice
- Perks:
- Free parking
- Electric vehicle charging access
- Life Assurance
- Company pension (starting at 6% contribution)
- Employee Share Options
Our Mission & Culture
At Moog, we prioritise diversity, equity, and inclusion – fostering a culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and given equal opportunities. We encourage employees to bring their authentic selves to work, celebrating differences to create a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Note for Recruitment Agencies
- Moog prefers direct hiring and referrals for efficiency.
- Agency CVs not from our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) will not be considered, and introduction fees will not be paid.
- Speculative submissions from non-PSL agencies will be disregarded.
Apply today! Join a team driving engineering excellence through innovation, precision, and continuous improvement.
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