Lead Manufacturing Engineer

Looking for an opportunity to build something from the ground up rather than optimise an existing production line? We're working with an innovative engineering business looking to add a Lead Manufacturing Engineer to their team.

This Lead Manufacturing Engineer role offers the opportunity to join a company developing next-generation power conversion technology for applications including AI computing, electric vehicles, renewable energy and grid infrastructure.

As the business transitions from research and development into commercial product delivery, they are looking for a Lead Manufacturing Engineer to help define how their products are manufactured at scale. As a Lead Manufacturing Engineer, you'll work at the intersection of design and production, developing manufacturing processes, validation strategies and assembly methods for a highly innovative electronics-based product.

This is a rare opportunity to influence product design, manufacturing strategy and future production capability from an early stage. Role and Responsibilities As a Lead Manufacturing Engineer, your

key responsibilities will include

Developing manufacturing and assembly processes for new power electronics products, from prototype through to early production Supporting product design reviews and proposing alternative manufacturing and assembly solutions alongside Electrical and Mechanical Engineers Defining testing, validation and verification activities, including reliability and accelerated life testing Managing relationships with suppliers and manufacturing partners to support quality, cost and delivery objectives Establishing documentation, best practices and scalable manufacturing processes to support future growth This Lead Manufacturing Engineer position offers variety and the opportunity to make an impact within the team.

Key Requirements To be considered for this Lead Manufacturing Engineer, you will need: Degree qualified in Engineering or a related technical discipline Experience within advanced manufacturing environments such as power electronics, medical devices, scientific instrumentation, precision engineering or other high-reliability products Experience taking products from prototype through validation, testing and into early-stage production Understanding of manufacturing processes involving electronics assemblies, sealing methods, adhesives, welding or similar joining technologies CAD experience using SolidWorks, Fusion 360 or similar 3D CAD software Strong understanding of Design for Manufacture and Design for Assembly principles Experience working with suppliers and external manufacturing partners Experience with automation, robotics, environmental testing, ingress protection, reliability testing or power electronics would be advantageous.

What They Can Offer You As the new Lead Manufacturing Engineer, you can expect: Salary: £55,000 - £70,000 Lo...

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