Job Description:

Manufacturing Engineer

Contract - Outside IR35 (Competitive Rate)

4 day working week

12 Months

Blackburn

Days Only (Mon-Thurs)

gap technical are proud to be representing this manufacturing business in their search for a Manufacturing Engineer to work at their facility based near Blackburn

Performance Objectives

• Design and implement tooling, fixtures, and equipment required for composite manufacturing, ensuring they meet production and quality requirements.
• Conduct process trials and validate new manufacturing methods to ensure they meet performance, cost, and quality objectives.
• Troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing issues related to composite materials, processes, and equipment.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing efficiency, reduce waste, and improve product quality.
• Work closely with quality assurance teams to ensure compliance with AS9100 and other relevant aerospace quality standards.
• Prepare and maintain detailed documentation of manufacturing processes, including work instructions, process specifications, and quality control plans.
• Develop, implement, and optimise manufacturing processes for composite materials and components, ensuring alignment with engineering specifications and industry standards.
• Collaborate with design, engineering, and production teams to develop and refine composite manufacturing methods, including layup, curing, machining, and bonding processes.

Person Specification

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in composite materials manufacturing, preferably in the aerospace industry.
• Strong understanding of composite materials, including carbon fibre, fiberglass, and advanced polymers.
• Proficiency in CAD software for tooling and fixture design.
• Experience with composite manufacturing processes such as hand layup, automated fibre placement, resin transfer moulding (RTM), and autoclave curing.
• Knowledge of aerospace quality standards, including AS9100, NADCAP, and FAA regulations.

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Closing Date: 12/12/2026

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