Manufacturing Engineer

ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation.

Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world—today.

Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today!

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to support the development and industrialisation of complex aerospace and mechanical components in Derby/ Bristol/ Solihull. This role will focus on ensuring products are designed and released with manufacturability, cost, quality, and supplier capability at the forefront of decision-making.

You will work closely with engineering teams and suppliers, providing manufacturing expertise throughout the product lifecycle while helping to resolve technical challenges and drive efficient production solutions

Key Responsibilities:

• Review component designs for manufacturability, including features such as blend radii, integrated profiles, and complex geometries.
• Assess manufacturing feasibility while balancing quality, cost, and supplier capabilities.
• Provide guidance on manufacturing limitations and process constraints within the defined scope of work.
• Support and advise on special processes including coatings, surface treatments, and related manufacturing activities.
• Collaborate with suppliers to validate manufacturing capabilities and identify appropriate production solutions.
• Interpret and assess engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Work closely with project and engineering teams to provide manufacturing input and support technical decision-making.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, risk reduction, and cost optimisation throughout the manufacturing lifecycle.

Required Skills:

• Proven experience in a Manufacturing Engineering environment.
• Strong understanding of Design for Manufacture (DfM) principles.
• Experience reviewing engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, coatings, surface treatments, and special processes.
• Experience working directly with suppliers and manufacturing partners.
• Ability to provide clear technical assessments of manufacturing capabilities and limitations.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive and pragmatic approach.
• Comfortable working independently while engaging effectively with multidisciplinary teams.

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience in one or more of the following areas would be highly beneficial:

• Pumps
• Actuators
• Fuel systems
• Fuel spray nozzles
• Mechanical fluid power units (MFPU)
• Hydraulic and hydromechanical systems
• Aerospace manufacturing environments

Why join us? 

We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.

At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.

Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.

In short you get: 

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style 
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle & Tech Scheme 
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance & Pension Scheme
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes. 

ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. 

This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.