POSITION: Manufacturing Engineer
REPORTING TO: Reports to Operations Manager
LOCATION: Kopin Europe Ltd., Dalgety Bay (On-site)
**The right to live and work in the UK is a must-have pre-requisite for this posting**
JOB PURPOSE:
The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing, improving, and supporting manufacturing processes that ensure high-quality, cost-effective, and efficient production of products.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve manufacturing processes for new and existing products.
- Design and specify and procure Design and procure production tooling, fixtures, jigs, and test equipment to improve efficiency, repeatability, and product quality.
- Support the introduction of new products into manufacturing, including process development, documentation, and validation.
- Provide day-to-day engineering support to production, resolving technical issues and minimizing downtime.
- Support equipment selection, installation, commissioning, maintenance, and process validation.
- Analyze manufacturing workflows to identify opportunities for productivity improvements, cost reduction, and waste elimination.
- Create and maintain manufacturing documentation, including work instructions, process flows, SOPs, and Bills of Materials.
- Work closely with suppliers to resolve manufacturing and quality issues.
- Support equipment selection, installation, commissioning, and maintenance activities.
- Ensure manufacturing processes comply with company quality standards and health & safety requirements.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:
**The right to live and work in the UK is a must-have pre-requisite for this posting**
- Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- 3+ years’ experience in a manufacturing engineering role within a high-tech, electronics, precision mechanical environment.
- Experience with process development, production support, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Experience with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo, or similar).
- Experience with root cause analysis and structured problem-solving methodologies.
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a small team.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills.
PREFERRED JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.
- Familiarity with ISO quality management systems. ISO 9001, 13485, 14001
- Familiarity with statistical process control (SPC) and process validation.
- Experience with automation, robotics, or advanced manufacturing technologies.
- Experience working in a low-volume, high-mix manufacturing environment.
GENERAL:
Hours of work: 39-hour week, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm (4:00pm on Friday) with 30 minutes for lunch; the company offers certain flexibility/change of the core working hours in line with the Flexible Working Policy, however; flexibility regarding working hours is also expected from the employee.
LOCATION:
The right to live and work in the UK is a pre-requisite for this position. The role is based in the Company’s facility in St. David’s Business Park, Dalgety Bay, Fife but flexibility around a combination of on and off-site working (work from home) is supported where practicable; a small amount of travel may be required.
BENEFITS PACKAGE:
30 days annual leave (plus 5 statutory days), competitive personal pension scheme with company contribution, life assurance scheme.
To apply please send your resume to: Jobs@Kopin.com