Manufacturing Engineer
CV-LibraryCrewkerne, SomersetpermanentPosted: 10 September 2026
Apply NowAn established engineering and manufacturing business in Somerset is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to join its team. This is a hands-on role focused on developing, improving and optimising manufacturing processes and supporting the wider production operation.
The Role
* Design, develop and improve manufacturing processes
* Optimise manufacturing methods and production processes
* Identify and implement improvements to efficiency, productivity, quality and cost
* Provide practical engineering support to the manufacturing team
* Investigate and resolve manufacturing and process issues
* Work closely with the shop floor to implement improvements
* Develop effective manufacturing methods and solutions
* Support new and existing manufacturing processes
About You
* Manufacturing, Process or Production Engineering experience
* Strong background in one or more areas of machining, manufacturing, fabrication or engineering production
* Practical, hands-on approach to manufacturing and process improvement
* Able to identify and implement improvements across the shop floor
* Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and engineering principles
* Candidates who have progressed from a hands-on machining or fabrication background into an engineering position are encouraged to apply
* Broad manufacturing knowledge with strong problem-solving skills
The Opportunity
This is a varied opportunity for someone who enjoys being close to the manufacturing process and making a tangible difference on the shop floor.
The business is open to candidates from different manufacturing backgrounds, including experienced Manufacturing Engineers and those who have developed their career from a practical machining or fabrication background into an engineering role.
Salary is dependent on experience
The Role
* Design, develop and improve manufacturing processes
* Optimise manufacturing methods and production processes
* Identify and implement improvements to efficiency, productivity, quality and cost
* Provide practical engineering support to the manufacturing team
* Investigate and resolve manufacturing and process issues
* Work closely with the shop floor to implement improvements
* Develop effective manufacturing methods and solutions
* Support new and existing manufacturing processes
About You
* Manufacturing, Process or Production Engineering experience
* Strong background in one or more areas of machining, manufacturing, fabrication or engineering production
* Practical, hands-on approach to manufacturing and process improvement
* Able to identify and implement improvements across the shop floor
* Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and engineering principles
* Candidates who have progressed from a hands-on machining or fabrication background into an engineering position are encouraged to apply
* Broad manufacturing knowledge with strong problem-solving skills
The Opportunity
This is a varied opportunity for someone who enjoys being close to the manufacturing process and making a tangible difference on the shop floor.
The business is open to candidates from different manufacturing backgrounds, including experienced Manufacturing Engineers and those who have developed their career from a practical machining or fabrication background into an engineering role.
Salary is dependent on experience