Ashby Finance
Senior Manufacturing Engineer
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Role: Senior Manufacturing Engineer
Salary: To be discussed on application
Location: Woking
Permanent, onsite opportunity
Role Summary
An exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Manufacturing Engineer to support the introduction of new vehicle programmes from concept through to series production. As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, you will lead Manufacturing Engineering activities across multiple projects, driving improvements in project delivery, quality, safety, cost, manufacturing processes and operational excellence. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with Engineering, Operations and cross-functional teams to deliver innovative manufacturing solutions while supporting business growth and future product programmes.
Role & Responsibilities Of a Senior Manufacturing Engineer
- Lead the delivery of Manufacturing Engineering activities for new model introductions from concept through to series production.
- Develop vehicle assembly concepts from virtual manufacturing through to physical validation and production implementation.
- Generate and manage programme timing plans, including tooling and equipment delivery schedules.
- Develop manufacturing process sequencing, documentation and product traceability methodologies.
- Lead PFMEA activities to improve Right First Time (RFT) performance and manufacturing quality.
- Own and maintain Hours Per Car (HPC) data, supporting production planning and efficiency targets.
- Work with Engineering and Operations teams to identify and resolve manufacturing bottlenecks.
- Carry out line balancing activities, including time and motion studies.
- Lead facility layout planning and material flow improvements for new model programmes.
- Support Concept Reviews, Design Reviews, Engineering Release activities and DFMEA.
- Assist with departmental budgeting and contribute to programme business cases.
- Support the Manufacturing Engineering Manager in developing best operational practices.
- Lead and develop team members through mentoring, training and skills development initiatives.
- Drive continuous improvement, manufacturing excellence and safe working practices throughout the department.
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Requirements Of a Senior Manufacturing Engineer
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering or a related discipline (2:1 or above), or equivalent industry experience.
- Proven experience leading Manufacturing Engineering activities for new vehicle programmes.
- Knowledge of complex vehicle systems and vehicle assembly processes.
- Experience of trim and final assembly processes.
- Understanding of end-of-line vehicle processing and finishing.
- Experience specifying and procuring manufacturing and assembly equipment.
- Ability to resolve product-related manufacturing issues while achieving quality targets.
- Experience implementing safe working practices.
- Understanding of low-volume, high-value manufacturing environments.
- Strong leadership, mentoring and people development skills.
- Excellent communication, organisational and analytical skills.
- High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Microsoft Excel.
- Flexible approach to travel within the UK and Europe.
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If you are an experienced Senior Manufacturing Engineer looking to play a key role in delivering innovative manufacturing solutions, we would like to hear from you. Apply today for further information about this Senior Manufacturing Engineer opportunity.
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