Manufacturing Engineer x2

Job Description:

What does the role look like?

Were looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to take the lead on transferring production lines, processes, and equipment between our sites — ensuring that capability, quality, and efficiency are maintained every step of the way.
This is a hands-on role that combines engineering problem-solving with project coordination. Youll plan and deliver end-to-end work transfers across machining, assembly, and test processes — with a strong focus on machining of complex components such as gears and prismatics.

If youre an engineer who enjoys rolling up your sleeves, understanding how things really work, and bringing order to complexity, youll fit right in.

What will your day-to-day responsibilities look like?

•tLead work transfer projects from initial scoping to full production readiness — planning, coordinating, and delivering transfers on time and within budget.
•tAssess and plan production setups — understand existing machining, assembly, and test processes; design and validate new layouts at the receiving site.
•tCollaborate across functions — work closely with engineering, operations, supply chain, and quality teams to align plans and remove roadblocks.
•tEnsure readiness at the new site — coordinate equipment installation, process validation, and capability checks to ensure production can ramp up smoothly.
•tApply continuous improvement — identify opportunities to simplify, standardize, and improve processes as part of each transfer.
•tSupport and train local teams — ensure knowledge, documentation, and best practices are effectively transferred to the receiving site.
•tCapture lessons learned — drive continuous improvement of Safrans global work transfer approach.

Job Requirements:

What will you bring to the role?

What You'll Bring
•\tA degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering (or similar technical discipline).
•\tExperience working in a precision manufacturing or aerospace engineering environment, with an understanding of associated regulations such as ISO9001.
•\tGood understanding of machining processes — including turning, milling, gear cutting, grinding, or other complex metal-cutting operations.
•\tProven ability to plan and lead technical projects — coordinating multiple teams and priorities.
•\tA structured yet flexible approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
•\tFamiliarity with Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methods (Six Sigma certification an advantage).
•\tExcellent communication and collaboration skills, able to engage different stakeholders such as shop-floor, suppliers and senior-level stakeholders.
•\tWillingness to travel to other sites to support on-site execution.

Job Ident #: 166995

Company Details

Safran

2, Boulevard du General Martial Valin
Paris, Ile-De-France France, International 75724 International
www.safran-group.com

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Job Info

Location

Wolverhampton, England, United Kingdom

Type

Permanent

Company Details

Safran

2, Boulevard du General Martial Valin
Paris, Ile-De-France France, International 75724 International
www.safran-group.com