NPI Manufacturing Engineer: Assembly & Metallic Components

Aerospace; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer in Gloucester is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for a 12-month contract within the New Product Introduction team. This role focuses on resolving manufacturing challenges, ensuring design for manufacturing, and contributing to sustainable aviation technologies. Applicants should have a relevant engineering degree and strong experience in assembly processes, along with problem-solving and collaboration skills. This position offers a flexible working arrangement and an attractive benefits plan.

Benefits

Non-contributory Pension

Life Assurance

Group income protection

Private medical cover

26 days holiday with flexible options

Qualifications

• Proven experience in New Product Introduction (NPI) within manufacturing.
• Strong background in assembly and metallic component manufacturing.
• Demonstrated ability to optimise processes for throughput, quality, and availability.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with manufacturing and engineering teams to resolve technical issues.
• Conduct hands-on trials and validate assembly processes.
• Influence design engineering to ensure manufacturability and assembly considerations.

Skills

Problem-solving methodologies

Process optimisation

Manufacturing expertise

Supplier collaboration

Safety-first mindset

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

3D Catia

2D AutoCAD

Job description

A leading aerospace manufacturer in Gloucester is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for a 12-month contract within the New Product Introduction team. This role focuses on resolving manufacturing challenges, ensuring design for manufacturing, and contributing to sustainable aviation technologies. Applicants should have a relevant engineering degree and strong experience in assembly processes, along with problem-solving and collaboration skills. This position offers a flexible working arrangement and an attractive benefits plan.