Copello Global
Senior Electronics Manufacturing Engineer
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Senior Electronics Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Glenrothes
Hours: Full Time (37 hours per week) - compressed working week, Fridays off
Security Clearance: BPSS (must be eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship)
Copello are working with a leading organisation in the defence and aerospace sector, supporting the delivery of advanced engineering solutions across highly regulated, complex environments. Due to continued growth, we are recruiting for a Senior Electronics Manufacturing Engineer to join their team on a fixed-term basis.
This is an excellent opportunity to work on innovative programmes, contributing to cutting-edge manufacturing and engineering projects while collaborating with experienced, multidisciplinary teams.
The Role
As a Senior Electronics Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a key role in driving continuous improvement and ensuring manufacturing excellence across a range of programmes.
Key responsibilities include:
- Driving improvement initiatives using best-in-class and world-class manufacturing principles
- Working as an active member of integrated programme and engineering teams
- Analysing manufacturing data to identify trends, issues, and opportunities
- Leading root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions
- Supporting resolution of quality and performance challenges
- Identifying training and development needs to enhance team capability
- Monitoring and reporting on manufacturing engineering metrics and KPIs
- Using data insights to optimise processes and improve performance
- Supporting programme cells and the wider engineering function
- Contributing to Design for Manufacture (DFM) and manufacturability assessments
- Supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) activities
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Essential Experience & Qualifications
- HND (or equivalent) in Manufacturing, Production Engineering, or a related discipline
- Strong experience within electronics manufacturing across a range of technologies
- Proven ability to analyse data and deliver practical engineering solutions
- Experience contributing to improvements in production efficiency and effectiveness
- Understanding and application of Statistical Process Control (SPC)
- Experience leading or contributing to Process FMEA and risk mitigation activities
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles
- Strong communication skills with the ability to engage at all levels
- Proactive, self-motivated approach with strong team collaboration skills
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Desirable Experience
- Proven track record within a manufacturing or engineering environment
- Ability to challenge existing processes and drive continuous improvement
- Confident communicator across multidisciplinary teams
- Experience working across multiple manufacturing platforms
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays, with the option to buy/sell up to 5 days
- Contributory pension scheme (up to 10.5% employer contribution)
- Discretionary bonus scheme
- Life assurance (6x salary)
- Flexible benefits package including health cash plan, dental, and cycle to work
- Enhanced sick pay
- Enhanced family-friendly policies
Working Arrangements & Culture
- Flexible working options including hybrid and site-based arrangements
- A supportive and collaborative working environment focused on outcomes
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
- Up to 5 days paid volunteering leave annually
Please note: Candidates must be permanent UK residents and able to successfully complete BPSS security clearance.
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