Join Our Growing Team. As part of our continued growth, Silcoms is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join our Manufacturing team. This is an exciting opportunity to work for a well-established aerospace manufacturer, producing high-precision components for leading aerospace programmes. With ongoing investment in our people, technology, and future growth, you'll be joining a business that values quality, teamwork, and continuous development.
Benefits
- 25 Days holiday plus bank holidays
- UK Healthcare free benefits
- Holiday Purchase Scheme
- Birthday Annual Leave
- Free onsite parking
- Inhouse Counsel/ Silcoms Voice
- Free tea & coffee
- Company Pension
- Long service awards
- Dress down Fridays
- Specsavers vouchers
- EAP
- Death in service
The Role
As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting both new and existing products throughout the manufacturing lifecycle. You will work closely with Production, Quality, Engineering, and Customers to develop efficient manufacturing solutions and drive operational performance.
Key responsibilities include:
- Developing and implementing manufacturing processes for new and existing aerospace components.
- Supporting production through technical problem-solving and sustaining engineering activities.
- Investigating and resolving manufacturing issues, non-conformances, and internal rejects.
- Creating and maintaining Bills of Materials (BOMs), routings, and manufacturing data within ERP systems.
- Producing CNC programs for Turning, Boring, and Milling operations.
- Designing workholding and tooling solutions to improve manufacturing efficiency.
- Supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) activities and process validation.
- Conducting subcontractor assessments and developing procurement specifications.
- Providing technical input into quotations, capability reviews, and contract reviews.
- Driving continuous improvement initiatives to improve quality, efficiency, and cost performance.
- Working closely with Operations and Quality teams to achieve production objectives.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:
Essential
- Degree, HNC, or equivalent qualification in an Engineering discipline.
- Minimum 5 years' experience within a precision engineering or aerospace manufacturing environment.
- Strong CNC programming experience across Turning, Boring, and Milling operations.
- Experience developing manufacturing processes for complex precision-engineered components.
- Excellent problem-solving and continuous improvement skills.
- Experience with ERP systems, BOM creation, and manufacturing routings.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Technical Knowledge
- CNC Turning and Boring controls – Fanuc and Siemens (840D).
- CNC Milling controls – Heidenhain and Siemens (840D).
- Solid Edge and Edgecam experience.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills.
- Good knowledge of machining aerospace materials including:
- Aluminium
- Titanium
- Inconel
- Good understanding of:
- Milling
- Turning
- Boring
- Grinding
- EDM
- Wire Erosion
Desirable
- Experience programming both CNC Turning/Vertical Turning and CNC Milling machines.
- Experience within a highly regulated aerospace manufacturing environment.
- Knowledge of 5-Axis Mill/Turn machining centres.
About Us
Silcoms is a leading UK precision engineering manufacturer with over 80 years of experience supplying complex aerospace engine components to customers worldwide. Combining engineering excellence with advanced manufacturing technology, we are committed to delivering the highest standards of quality, innovation, and performance. As we continue to grow and invest in our people and capabilities, we offer exciting opportunities to join a business at the forefront of aerospace manufacturing.
Apply Now
Join a business with a proud engineering heritage, exciting growth plans, and a reputation for excellence within the aerospace industry. If you're ready for your next challenge and want to be part of something special, apply now and take your career to new heights with Silcoms.
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Casual dress
- Flexitime
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Farnworth BL4 9QN: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
