Gold Group Ltd
Senior Manufacturing Engineer
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Job Title: Senior Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Bedfordshire
The role is for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer specializing in electrical and cabling systems. They will lead the Electrical/harness from design to the factory floor. The focus will be on new product introduction and improvement to existing projects, optimizing manufacturing processes, ensuring stringent quality compliance, and driving production efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
- Degree-qualified in Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- Proven experience in a Manufacturing Engineering role within aerospace, defence, automotive, or another highly regulated industry.
- Strong experience leading New Product Introduction (NPI) activities from prototype through to full production release.
- Demonstrated success delivering continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, efficiency, and cost reduction.
- Strong understanding of aerospace quality standards and regulatory requirements, including:
- AS9100
- IPC/WHMA-A-620
- ESD control requirements
- Configuration control processes
- Deep technical knowledge of electrical harness manufacturing processes, including:
- Crimping
- Braiding
- Potting
- Soldering
- Cable routing and protection
- Connector assembly and backshell integration
- Experience developing manufacturing documentation and production process controls.
- Proficient in CAD systems and manufacturing documentation tools.
- Experience using ERP and MRP systems within a production environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root causes and implement sustainable corrective actions.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across engineering, quality, and production functions.
- Comfortable working within a fast-paced, high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and programme deadlines simultaneously.
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Desirable Experience
- Experience working within aerospace or defence electrical assembly manufacturing.
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
- Experience with automated wire processing or harness test systems.
- Familiarity with APQP, PFMEA, and control plan development.
- Previous experience supporting customer and regulatory audits.
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent continuous improvement qualification.
- Understanding of environmental and reliability testing requirements for aerospace electrical systems.
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I am keen to get this position filled ASAP, so if you feel you have the skills and desire to provide passion and drive as the next Senior Manufacturing Engineer in my team, this is the opportunity for you!
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