Magellan Aerospace Limited
Senior Manufacturing Engineer
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Position Summary
Magellan Aerospace, Llay Wrexham has an exciting opportunity for Senior Manufacturing Engineer.
- Full time permanent position
- 39 hours per week
- Job location: Llay, Wrexham, LL12 0PB.
- Unionised site – works in partnership with Unite the Union.
The Senior Manufacturing Engineer will provide technical leadership and functional responsibility across the Machine Shop, Treatments, and Assembly areas, ensuring robust manufacturing processes, effective production support, and delivery of engineering objectives.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading Manufacturing Engineering activities across assigned areas
- Providing technical support and problem-solving
- Acting as a key interface between Engineering and Production
- Leading Tool Design activities, ensuring effective tooling solutions are developed and implemented to meet production requirements
The position will also lead continuous improvement projects focused on improving productivity, quality, cost, and process capability. Additional responsibilities include supporting NPI, process development, engineering changes, and the ongoing development of manufacturing capability, standards, and best practice.
Perks And Benefits
- A company culture that promotes work-life balance
- Access to mental health support
- Business performance-related bonus
- Career development opportunities
- Commitment to continued learning and development
- Long Service Awards
- Enhanced Holiday Entitlement based on length of service
- Free parking
- 25% off local gym membership
Essential Responsibilities
- Provide technical leadership and functional responsibility across the Machine Shop, Treatments, and Assembly functions
- Lead and manage Manufacturing Engineering activities to support production requirements, business objectives, and customer commitments
- Provide technical support and structured problem-solving for manufacturing issues, driving effective and sustainable solutions
- Lead the development, implementation, and optimization of manufacturing processes to improve productivity, quality, and cost
- Manage Tool Design activities, ensuring tooling solutions are fit for purpose, cost-effective, and delivered to production requirements
- Manage and prioritize engineering activities across multiple production areas and competing business requirements
- Lead continuous improvement projects using Lean, structured problem-solving, and data-driven improvement methodologies
- Support New Product Introduction (NPI), ensuring manufacturing processes, tooling, and documentation are developed and implemented effectively
- Lead the introduction and implementation of Engineering Changes within manufacturing areas
- Work closely with Production, Quality, Operations, and other Engineering disciplines to resolve technical and operational issues
- Provide technical guidance, coaching, and mentoring to Manufacturing Engineers and other engineering personnel
- Support the development and implementation of new manufacturing technologies, equipment, processes, and systems
- Ensure manufacturing processes comply with applicable customer, regulatory, quality, and company requirements
- Support root-cause investigations and corrective actions relating to manufacturing, quality, and production issues
- Contribute to capacity planning, capital investment, and business cases for manufacturing equipment, tooling, and process improvements
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement, technical excellence, and effective collaboration across Manufacturing Engineering and Production
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Position Requirements
Academic:
- HNC / Equivalent or Higher
Experience:
- Minimum 5 years engineering experience in the Aerospace or similar industry
- CAD proficient [Catia V5 preferred]
- Experience with budget maintenance and control
Key Competencies:
- Knowledge of GD&T/SPC techniques
- Must be computer literate and have a working knowledge of TMS systems
- Must show a high level of knowledge in inspection processes for major tool assemblies
Other Skills/Abilities
Skills:
- Good practical coordination skills (Company Test)
- Good understanding of spoken and written English (Company Test)
Abilities:
- Ability to work using own initiative
Personal Attributes:
- Confident with technical decisions
- Can interact and work with multi-disciplined teams
- Confident in explaining and presenting any issues or errors to multi-functional departments
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About us:
Magellan Aerospace is a global, integrated aerospace company that provides complex assemblies and systems solutions to aircraft and engine manufacturers, defense, and space agencies worldwide. The organization officially adopted the name “Magellan Aerospace Corporation” in 1996; deriving it from the intrepid explorer Ferdinand Magellan. His global exploits at the turn of the 15th century established a number of firsts, so the company’s vision has been to carry this same legacy into the future of the aerospace industry.
At Magellan, we have over 80 years of collective knowledge and experience in the aerospace industry, and believe one truth: People create value. Employees are our greatest resource in working towards a successful future, and together we build professional relationships that thrive. We know that personal development is fundamental to the success of every individual, and every individual is fundamental to the success of our business, so we invest in our employees and provide excellent career progression opportunities. When you are part of Magellan, you are part of the team!
Note
Magellan may use an approved Artificial Intelligence (AI) note-taking tool to support the initial screening stage of its recruitment and selection process. All AI use is performed in accordance with Magellan’s privacy policies. Personal information associated with any job application will not be shared with or retained by any third party. Magellan reserves the ultimate discretion to determine which applications proceed through the initial screening process.
Confidentiality
Magellan Aerospace respects the privacy and confidentiality of personal information provided by candidates and shall not disclose to any external parties unless legislated.
Thank you for considering this exciting opportunity. This document is intended to provide the reader with information and is not a contractual document. Some of the material, therefore, may be subject to change.
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