Mechanical Engineer / Manufacturing Engineer

A Mechanical Engineer/Manufacturing Engineer is required to support the manufacture, improvement and transfer of electro-mechanical products within a regulated manufacturing environment. Working closely with engineering, operations and quality teams, the role involves sustaining engineering, product and process improvements, engineering change management, manufacturing line support and continuous improvement projects.

Client Details

Mechanical Engineer / Manufacturing Engineer, Reading: My client is a globally recognised healthcare technology manufacturer whose products are used throughout hospitals, laboratories and critical healthcare environments worldwide. With a strong reputation for innovation, engineering excellence and product quality, the business invests heavily in technology, continuous improvement and employee development, offering long-term career opportunities within an international environment.

Description

Mechanical Engineer / Manufacturing Engineer, Reading:

Provide technical support for the manufacture of electro-mechanical products and spare parts

Lead sustaining engineering projects from initial concept through to implementation and verification

Identify and implement product and process improvements within manufacturing operations

Support engineering change activities covering both product designs and manufacturing processes

Establish, maintain and transfer manufacturing lines, including new production line introductions

Manage engineering documentation in accordance with quality management requirements

Work cross-functionally to investigate root causes and resolve manufacturing and product issues

Contribute to continuous improvement activities focused on operational performance and project effectiveness

This job is NOT a Design Engineer role

Profile

Mechanical Engineer / Manufacturing Engineer, Reading:

HNC, HND or Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline

Experience within manufacturing engineering, sustaining engineering or operational engineering roles

Knowledge of plastic injection moulding, manual assembly and product test processes - Highly desirable but not essential

Understanding of validation and verification activities associated with engineering changes

Experience using 3D CAD modelling software - Highly desirable but not essential

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured and accountable approach

Please note: Unfortunately sponsorship will not be available for this role. The client needs you to already have the right to work in the UK for a minimum of three years.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary of circa £48,000 - £58,000 dependant upon experience
• Permanent position in the life science industry based in Reading.
• Opportunity to contribute to innovative projects within a technical engineering and manufacturing environment.