Manufacturing Process Engineer (CNC & Production Optimisation)

We are looking for an experienced Manufacturing Process Engineer to oversee and optimise manufacturing operations within a precision engineering environment.

This position focuses on managing existing CNC machinery and production processes, developing new manufacturing cells, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives. You will contribute to equipment selection, tooling design, CNC programming and manufacturing process optimisation.

The role requires a hands-on engineering professional with strong technical expertise, leadership capabilities and a solid understanding of LEAN manufacturing principles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and optimise existing CNC machinery, manufacturing processes and production operations.

• Develop and implement new manufacturing cells, production workflows and operational processes.

• Support the selection, evaluation and procurement of manufacturing equipment and machinery.

• Participate in the design and development of fixtures, tooling and manufacturing setups.

• Write, review and approve CNC programs for lathes, milling machines and grinding equipment.

• Apply LEAN manufacturing principles to improve efficiency, productivity and operational performance.

• Plan and optimise manufacturing line layouts to enhance production workflows.

• Lead and coordinate manufacturing engineering projects from planning through implementation.

• Identify opportunities for process improvements, waste reduction and manufacturing optimisation.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary technical teams to resolve production challenges.

• Provide technical leadership and guidance to engineering and manufacturing teams.

• Support the introduction of new equipment, manufacturing technologies and production methods.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or a related technical discipline.

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Manufacturing Engineer.

• At least 10 years of professional experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Strong understanding of LEAN manufacturing principles and proven experience implementing continuous improvement initiatives.

• Hands-on experience operating and programming CNC lathes, milling machines and grinders.

• Experience managing manufacturing projects, including equipment selection, tooling procurement and production line layout.

• Solid knowledge of manufacturing processes, production engineering and process optimisation.

• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary technical teams.

• Strong organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, open-minded approach.

• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to team objectives.

• Fluent French is essential.

• Professional English proficiency.

• LEAN manufacturing certification is considered an advantage.

Benefits

• Permanent, full-time employment contract.

• 40-hour working week.

• Opportunity to work on manufacturing engineering and CNC process improvement projects.

• Exposure to advanced manufacturing technologies and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Collaboration with experienced engineering and production teams.

• Additional benefits to be confirmed during the recruitment process.