Manufacturing Engineer – Advanced MaterialsRugby, WarwickshireSalary: £50,000 + 10% Bonus 25 Days + Bank HolidaysThe Company:Our client is a global manufacturer specialising in advanced engineered materials used in high-performance and highly regulated industries. Their products are designed to operate in extreme environments, including high temperature, vacuum, and electrically sensitive applications.With a long-standing history and a strong global presence, the business has maintained a significant UK manufacturing footprint, offering a stable and secure working environment. They are currently investing in their Rugby site, including the relocation of manufacturing processes from Europe to support future growth.The company prides itself on developing its people, with clear progression opportunities and a strong track record of promoting from within.The Role:This is a hands-on Manufacturing Engineering role, supporting both day-to-day production and longer-term strategic projects.You will play a key role in improving manufacturing processes, resolving technical issues on the shopfloor, and supporting the transfer of production into the UK. In addition, you will work closely with commercial teams to assess the feasibility and profitability of new projects before they are brought into production.This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied role combining technical problem solving, process improvement, and commercial input.Your Responsibilities Will Include: Supporting production teams with technical issues affecting quality and outputCarrying out root cause analysis and implementing corrective actionsImproving manufacturing processes to increase efficiency, yield, and consistencySupporting the transfer of manufacturing processes from overseas into the UKCreating and maintaining: RoutingsSOPs and work instructionsEngineering documentation and BOMs Assessing new project opportunities: Manufacturing feasibilityCost and profitabilityCapacity and resource planning Liaising with shopfloor, quality, and commercial teamsDriving continuous improvement initiatives across the site What We're Looking For: Proven experience in a Manufacturing Engineer roleEngineering qualification (HNC or above)Strong hands-on understanding of manufacturing processesExperience working closely with production teamsConfident communicator, able to work cross-functionally Desirable: Experience with ceramics, advanced materials, or similarKnowledge of brazing, metallising, or batch manufacturingLean / continuous improvement experienceExposure to manufacturing transfers or NPI The Benefits: Salary up to £50,000 + 10% bonus25 days holiday + bank holidaysCompany pensionAnnual salary reviewsStrong job security within a well-established businessClear progression path towards Engineering ManagerOpportunity to be involved in major site investment and growth projectsFlexible working (primarily site-based with some flexibility) How to Apply:If you are a Manufacturing Engineer looking for a role with real impact and long-term progression, we'd love to hear from you.Please send your CV to Matt Taylor at or call for more information.ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientationJBRP1_UKTJ