Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer
Holton Heath, Dorset
Manufacturing Engineer Salary: £45,000–£52,500

If you like solving problems, improving processes, and working with cutting-edge composites, this one’s for you.

We’re working with a long-established engineering and manufacturing business in Dorset that produces complex composite components for major names across marine, defence, and aerospace industries. With multiple sites and steady growth, they’re known for quality craftsmanship, technical capability, and a genuine commitment to investing in people and technology.

You’ll be joining a business that’s been around for decades, built on teamwork, innovation, and the drive to keep improving. They look after their staff properly and reward results, not just time served.

What you’ll be doing as a Manufacturing Engineer:

Developing and improving manufacturing processes for new and existing composite products
Using Lean and 5S principles to make production more efficient, less wasteful, and smoother overall
Supporting prototype builds and solving problems before full-scale production kicks in
Leading small projects involving new equipment, tooling, and process optimisation
Producing detailed technical documentation and standard work instructions
Working closely with engineering, quality, and operations teams to deliver projects on time and to spec
Mentoring junior engineers and promoting continuous improvement across the shop floor 

What you’ll need as a Manufacturing Engineer:

6+ years’ experience in a manufacturing or technical engineering role
Background in composites, ideally with exposure to prepreg processes
Strong CAD ability (Siemens NX, SolidWorks, or Rhino preferred)
HNC or Degree in a relevant discipline
Solid understanding of Lean, Six Sigma, and practical problem solving
Good communication skills and a hands-on approach 

What’s in it for you:

Competitive salary and package depending on experience
Opportunity to work with world-leading customers in advanced industries
Real scope to shape manufacturing processes and make a visible impact
Supportive team, proper training, and a stable, long-established business 

If you’re an experienced Manufacturing Engineer who enjoys improving processes, leading projects, and seeing your ideas make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Call Hayden at Holt Engineering on (phone number removed)