Metalis Recruitment Group
Manufacturing Engineer
Manufacturing Engineer at Metalis Recruitment Group, based in Nottingham, East Midlands, paying £45,000 - £50,000 per annum. This is a contract role.
- Pay
- £45,000 - £50,000 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Contract · On site
- Location
- Nottingham, East Midlands
- Closing date
- Sector
- CNC Machinist
About 27% above the going rate for cnc machinist
Reference MET-E77WK
About the role
Manufacturing Engineer role in Nottingham to take technical ownership of complex, high-precision machining projects within a regulated engineering environment. Permanent position with a strong benefits package.
A manufacturing business in Nottingham is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to take full technical ownership of complex, high-precision machining projects. Working across demanding programmes in regulated sectors, you will define and optimise manufacturing processes, lead quality and compliance activities, and support production and quality teams to deliver to the highest standards.
The role
- Translate customer specifications and regulatory standards into clear manufacturing methods and work instructions
- Define, validate, and optimise processes for complex, high-precision machined components
- Develop CNC machining strategies, tooling concepts, and fixturing solutions
- Produce routings, stage drawings, and operation sheets
- Specify materials, subcontract processes (heat treatment, NDT, coatings), and inspection requirements
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives targeting cycle time, waste reduction, and cost optimisation
- Build and maintain complete technical documentation packs for full traceability and audit readiness
What you'll need
- Strong background in precision machining within marine, aerospace, nuclear, or similarly regulated sectors
- Proven ability to define methods of manufacture for complex components and assemblies
- Solid understanding of CNC machining, tooling, materials, GD&T, and process optimisation
- Experience with CAD/CAM software
- Confident communicator with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to influence stakeholders
What you'll get
- Overtime paid at 1.5x
- 33 days' holiday (including statutory)
- Company pension
- Company Sick Pay Scheme
- Health and Wellbeing and Referral programme
- Life insurance and Employee Assistance Programme
- Free parking
Reference: MET-E77WK · Posted 2 days ago · Closes 5 Dec 2026 · Listed via Metalis Recruitment Group
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