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Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defence, and urban security.\nOur expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centres, with a global network of 3,000 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security.\nThis results in careers built on variety and the opportunity to work on a range of state-of-the-art solutions, where you can develop your knowledge and experience every day.\n We are seeking a hands-on and driven Manufacturing Engineer to support and enhance our manufacturing operations in a high-mix, low-to-medium volume production environment. This role is instrumental in driving production efficiency, quality compliance, continuous improvement initiatives, and successful product introductions and transfers. You will work closely with Production, Quality, Supply Chain, and global stakeholders to ensure manufacturing excellence while supporting the delivery of high-quality products.\nKey Responsibilities\nDocumentation & Quality Systems\nMaintain and update manufacturing documentation including JES, SOPs, PFMEAs, work instructions, and quality records.\nManage equipment, machine, fixture, and jig maintenance SOPs and operational checklists.\nEnsure manufacturing documentation remains accurate, controlled, and aligned with quality requirements.\nProduction & Process Control\nMonitor, analyse, and report weekly and monthly OEE performance metrics.\nDevelop and maintain Power BI dashboards and production reporting tools.\nConduct TAKT time studies, touch-time assessments, and in-process quality audits from assembly through packaging.\nIdentify and implement productivity, efficiency, and process improvement initiatives through tooling, methods, and layout optimization.\nTroubleshoot production issues, perform root cause analysis, and drive effective corrective actions.\nTraining & Production Support\nSupport production teams with on-the-job training (OJT) programs and certification activities.\nEnsure operators are competent and trained on manufacturing processes and procedures.\nSoftware & System Control\nManage Hitrax software ECNs, including software verification, release to production, revision control, and issuance tracking.\nGenerate software activation codes through the Dongle programming station based on Supply Chain requests.\nMaintain system and software configuration control records.\nCustomer Quality & Inspection Support\nPartner with the Customer Quality Engineer to investigate customer complaints, develop CAPAs, and resolve Product Concern Forms (PCFs).\nCoordinate and support Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and third-party inspections with internal and external stakeholders.\nAssist in ensuring customer and regulatory quality requirements are met.\nEquipment, Tooling & Supplier Management\nManage supplier engagement for equipment, tooling, and materials procurement.\nEvaluate supplier products against technical and quality specifications.\nDrive manufacturing automation and process improvements through equipment and tooling enhancements.\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams to implement approved manufacturing improvements that improve quality, productivity, and operational efficiency.\nNew Product Introduction (NPI)\nProvide hands-on engineering support during NPI builds, pilot runs, and production trials.\nAssess manufacturing readiness and provide feedback during early-stage builds.\nCompile and submit NPI reports highlighting findings, risks, opportunities, and recommendations.\nProduct Transfer Projects\nLead product transfer activities from planning through production launch.\nEstablish new production lines, including equipment installation, layout design, workflow planning, and process setup.\nCoordinate and deliver training programs for transferred products.\nSet up and validate BOMs, routings, GDG requirements, and system configurations to ensure successful production readiness.\nContinuous Improvement & Manufacturing Engineering\nLead or support Lean Manufacturing, Design for Manufacture (DFM), and process validation initiatives.\nAnalyse and improve manufacturing methods, labour utilisation, facility layout, and equipment effectiveness.\nDesign or recommend tooling, fixtures, automation, and process enhancements.\nCompile and evaluate production and test data to support continuous improvement and data-driven decision making.\nCross-Functional Collaboration\nWork closely with Supply Chain, Quality, Production, and Engineering teams to resolve manufacturing challenges.\nLead weekly coordination meetings with global teams and stakeholders.\nTrack action items, manage issue resolution, and ensure timely closure of open tasks.\nCompliance & Safety\nEnsure compliance with company safety, environmental, health, quality, and export control requirements.\nPromote a strong culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.\n Qualifications\nBachelor's Degree in Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.\nExperience\nMinimum 3 years' experience in a Manufacturing Engineer or similar role.\nBackground in box-build manufacturing within a high-mix, low-to-medium volume production environment is highly preferred.\nExperience supporting production lines, new product introductions, product transfers, and manufacturing process improvements.\nSkills & Knowledge\nStrong understanding of manufacturing documentation, quality systems, PFMEAs, SOPs, ECNs, and engineering change management processes.\nExperience with production equipment setup, process validation, and product launches.\nProficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and ERP/MRP systems.\nKnowledge of Lean Manufacturing, DFM/DFT principles, and continuous improvement methodologies.\nStrong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.\nExcellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience working across cross-functional and global teams.\nHighly motivated team player with strong collaboration and problem-solving abilities.\nWhy Join Us?\nPlay a key role in driving manufacturing excellence and process innovation.\nLead impactful NPI and product transfer projects.\nCollaborate with global teams and cross-functional stakeholders.\nWork in a dynamic environment where continuous improvement and innovation are valued.\nIf you're passionate about manufacturing, process optimisation, and delivering operational excellence, we'd love to hear from you.\nProvide your feedback on BizChat\nJoin us and we’ll help build your career, with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business, both locally and globally. You’ll experience an inclusive environment, with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. You’ll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle, offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing, financial and lifestyle perspective.\nJoin us and work for a world-leader, with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place.\nWe believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.\nAt no time during the hiring process will Smiths Detection, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation - including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. 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