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Manufacturing Engineer

Assystem
Derby
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Defence
Contracting /
Derby
United Kingdom
12/06/26
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ABOUT ASSYSTEM
Today, Assystem is among the top three independent nuclear engineering firms worldwide. With over 60 years of experience in highly regulated sectors, the group supports public and industrial stakeholders in the execution of complex and strategic infrastructure projects, subject to high safety and security requirements.

Assystem mobilises 8,000 experts in 13 countries and intervenes across the entire project lifecycle, in engineering, project management and digital solutions.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a skilled Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in the nuclear industry. The Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for providing technical support to the production team, authoring and developing production processes, and implementing process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and improve manufacturing processes by analysing current processes and authoring new processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.

Collaborate with the production team to implement new processes and ensure that they are adhered to.

  • Provide technical support to the production team in the event of production issues via a technical query process TQ’s.

  • Develop and implement quality control procedures to ensure the quality of the finished product meets industry standards and customer requirements.

  • Define and develop new tools and equipment to improve the manufacturing process.

  • Conduct feasibility studies and cost analyses to determine the viability of new manufacturing processes.

  • Monitor and analyse production data to identify areas for improvement and develop solutions to enhance productivity.

  • Experience in technical checking of parts to review any open non\-conformances to enable closeout and confirm methods of change.

  • Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards, including nuclear safety regulations.

MY PROFILE

Requirements for the Position


  • Degree or similar in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role within the nuclear industry or regulated sector.

  • Strong knowledge of nuclear safety regulations and standards.

  • Excellent analytical and problem\-solving skills.

  • Ability to define and develop new manufacturing processes and tools.

  • Experience with process improvement methodologies such as Lean and Six Sigma.

  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Desirable:
  • Understanding of non\-conformance and rework concessions

  • Experience of controlling non\-conformance
Security clearance

Due to the nature of work to be undertaken, applicants will be required to meet certain residency criteria in order to attain a minimum level of UK security clearance, if not already security cleared to a minimum SC level.

Why Join the Switchers Community?

A dynamic career management policy to enable our employees to progress through our five business lines: operations, project, technical, sales and support functions

Provide opportunities to work on exciting, global projects

Access to an employee assistance programme with free mindfulness, health, wellbeing resources and a confidential support line available 24/7 via phone or text

Discount vouchers for days out and restaurants, eye test and glasses vouchers, cycle to work scheme, free flu jabs

Enhanced sick pay

NOTICE TO CANDIDATES ON RECRUITMENT FRAUD – We are committed to safeguarding candidates from fraudulent activity associated with our recruitment process. Please note that we will never offer specialist CV writing services, request payment or ask for sensitive personal information during the recruitment process.

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.

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