Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer Location: Near Hailsham Salary: £Competitive We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join a technically advanced manufacturing environment, supporting the production of complex, high-precision components. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced manufacturing professional with strong CNC, CAD/CAM and continuous improvement expertise to take ownership of manufacturing processes, tooling, fixtures and production optimisation. The Role As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will: * Provide manufacturing decision-making information, including production and material cost calculations and make-or-buy assessments. * Design and manufacture bespoke workholding and fixtures using SolidWorks, including 3D modelling and 2D drafting. * Write and amend CNC programmes using machine controls including Fanuc, Heidenhain, Mazatrol and CELOS, as well as CAD/CAM software. * Develop programmes using SolidCAM and Vericut and carry out CNC programme prove-outs on the machine. * Create job setup sheets and manage tooling and fixtures. * Lead operational improvement initiatives, identifying and implementing best-practice manufacturing methods. * Improve quality and productivity while reducing waste and manufacturing costs. * Evaluate and recommend new manufacturing methods, product design changes, tooling and fixtures to reduce manufacturing and assembly time. * Support product cost reductio...