Manufacturing Engineer

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer - 6 Month Contract

Location: StaffordRate:

• PAYE: £30.55/hour

• Umbrella: £41.07/hour

Start Date: ASAPDuration: 6 months (with potential to extend)Hours: 37 hours/week (Mon-Thu 07:15-16:30, occasional Fri/Sat/Sun overtime)

We are looking for a hands-on, driven Manufacturing Engineer to support increasing production volumes and the launch of an exciting new engine series. This is a great opportunity to make an impact on high-profile manufacturing projects, focusing on assembly process optimization, line balancing, and tooling improvements.

• Support production, quality, and safety compliance across manufacturing processes

• Drive volume ramp-up and line readiness for new product introductions (notably the 5000 engine series)

• Create and implement process documentation and standard work

• Lead time studies and line balancing

• Specify, develop, and implement tooling and fixturing solutions

• Analyze engineering changes and implement process adjustments

• Engage in continuous improvement and lean initiatives

• Conduct safety inspections and contribute to a strong HSE culture

• Support and lead problem-solving activities in the production environment

• 3-5 years' experience in a manufacturing engineering environment (2 years acceptable with strong assembly expertise)

• Strong skills in process definition and documentation

• Experience in time balancing and work content studies

• Tooling and fixturing design experience

• Confident communicator with a "go, see, act" mentality

• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with ERP or MES systems a plus

• Degree or equivalent experience required

• IOSH Managing Safely certification desirable

You'll be working in a dynamic, growing team environment directly supporting high-impact production goals. This role offers a real chance to influence new product launch success, shape lean processes, and contribute to a forward-thinking engineering team.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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