Manufacturing Engineer
Posted 5 hours 20 minutes ago by Spirax-Sarco Engineering
Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Cheltenham, UK (On-site)
Role overview: Are you passionate about engineering excellence and driving manufacturing innovation? We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in Cheltenham. In this role, you will support UK Supply by ensuring that products are engineered efficiently, shop floor processes are standardised and repeatable, and all methodologies are clearly documented. You'll play a key role in delivering high-quality, cost-effective manufacturing solutions.
Responsibilities- Defining and optimizing manufacturing processes.
- Creating CNC programs and supporting CNC machine tools.
- Specifying and procuring tools, workholding, and inspection equipment.
- Developing clear and effective Work Instructions.
- Supporting the introduction of new machines and new product introductions (NPI).
- Providing engineering solutions and support to the manufacturing facility.
- Implementing Future Factory solutions to meet production demands.
- Collaborating closely with internal teams including Production Engineers, Toolroom, Planning, and Health & Safety.
- Leading and participating in improvement projects to enhance product quality, process efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
- Extensive machine shop experience with a strong understanding of CNC machining and programming.
- Proven track record in Production Engineering and Process Planning.
- Experience with metal cutting, workholding, and cutting tools.
- Familiarity with MRP systems (e.g., JD Edwards/E1) and Microsoft Office.
- Background in technical engineering, ideally supported by an HNC in Engineering and a completed mechanical apprenticeship.
- Exposure to Continuous Improvement (CI) tools and methodologies such as Six Sigma or 5Y.
- Involvement in cross-functional project work and risk assessments.
- Demonstrate Company Core Values at all times
- Demonstrate strong communication skills.
- Be proactive, organised, and capable of managing your time effectively.
- Possess analytical problem-solving abilities and a commercial mindset.
- Bring a hands-on, solutions-oriented approach to engineering challenges.
- Have experience with CAD, CAM programming, macro programming, or automation technologies.
The Steam Thermal Solutions business is one of three businesses within Spirax Group. Spirax Sarco and Gestra are our two brands that form Steam Thermal Solutions and are global leaders in the supply of engineered solutions for the design, provision and maintenance of efficient industrial and commercial steam systems. Steam Thermal Solutions has global coverage across 67 operating units (OpCos), organised into four Divisions: EMEA, APAC, Americas, Gestra. Spirax Group is a FTSE100 and FTSE4Good multi-national industrial engineering Group with expertise in the control and management of steam, electric thermal solutions, peristaltic pumping and associated fluid technologies.
Our Purpose is to create sustainable value for all our stakeholders as we engineer a more efficient, safer and sustainable world. Our technologies support critical industrial processes and equipment across industries including Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology, Power Generation, Semiconductors and Healthcare, with customers in 165 countries.
Our Purpose, supported by an inclusive culture and Values, unites us, guides our decisions and inspires us. We strive to create an equitable working environment where everyone feels included and can make a difference for each other, customers, communities, suppliers, our planet and shareholders. We support flexible working arrangements where possible.
BenefitsYou will receive a competitive salary (and a discretionary bonus), flexible working and excellent benefits including 27 days holiday allowance (before bank holidays), 3 days' paid volunteering leave, comprehensive private healthcare, enhanced pension plan, life assurance, optional participation in a Share Ownership Plan, free onsite parking, flexible benefits, and access to a personal discounts' portal. We also offer a range of additional support and benefits through our Everyone is Included Group Inclusion Plan.
Everyone is Included at Spirax Group: We are committed to inclusive and equitable working cultures where everyone can be themselves and achieve their full potential. We will consider requests for flexible working and provide additional support through our Group Inclusion Commitments, including gender-neutral parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and other measures. Details at the company site in the life at Spirax section (no external links in this description).