Manufacturing Engineer

Cambridge Design Partnership

. Design and implement efficient manufacturing processes meeting product design requirements and quality standards .

Posted 10/24/2026full-timeCambridge • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing manufacturing processes that meet product design requirements and quality standards, while driving continuous improvement and operational excellence. Proven ability to manage projects from concept through production, ensuring timely execution and compliance with industry standards.

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Manufacturing Process DevelopmentProject ManagementProblem SolvingTechnical CommunicationContinuous Improvement

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Hard Skills

Design For High Volume ManufactureDesign For Low Volume ManufactureDesign For ReliabilityTransfer To ManufactureWorld Class Manufacturing PrinciplesRoot Cause AnalysisProcess DocumentationSOP DevelopmentData AnalysisEmerging Technologies

Soft Skills

Confident CommunicatorAnalytical SkillsInfluencing StakeholdersQuality FocusAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

MS ToolsOffice PackagesCreative Packages

Certifications & Qualifications

Degree In Relevant Discipline

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing StandardsProduct DevelopmentTechnical ConsultancyCorporate InnovationEngineering Projects

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and implement efficient manufacturing processes meeting product design requirements and quality standards
Evaluate manufacturing methods and identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and cost reduction
Collaborate with clients to translate product requirements into manufacturable solutions
Provide technical expertise during transition from prototype to full-scale production
Lead projects from concept through production, ensuring timely and cost-effective execution to a high quality standard
Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and SOPs to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations
Drive root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to resolve manufacturing issues
Monitor emerging technologies and manufacturing trends and integrate best practices
Collaborate with suppliers and equipment vendors to select and implement technologies and materials

Requirements

What you’ll need

Current expertise in design for high and low volume manufacture, design for reliability, transfer to manufacture, manufacturing process development, and world class manufacturing principles
Proven track record of project management
Excellent problem solving and analytical skills, using data and insight to inform decision-making and prioritisation
Confident communicator able to convey technical information effectively and influence clients and stakeholders at all levels
Quality-focused, committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence
Confident working in a fast-paced environment
Working knowledge of MS Tools and other office / creative packages
Significant experience in a relevant product development discipline, gained in a technical/design consultancy, corporate innovation function, or equivalent
Degree-educated or equivalent in a relevant discipline
Experience in a technical/design consultancy, technology start-up, or new product development/engineering department
Track record of leading engineering/technology projects from concept through delivery, with responsibility for quality, time, and cost

Benefits

Comp & perks

flexible working
a discretionary bonus
excellent learning and development opportunities
a 12% non-contributory pension
private healthcare
electric vehicle lease salary sacrifice scheme
share incentive plan
33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays