Senior Manufacturing Engineer FTC

Senior Manufacturing Engineer Location: Glenrothes or Livingston Duration: 12 Month Fixed Term Contract (potential for permanent role) Hours: Full Time (37 hours per week) - compressed working week, Fridays off Security Clearance: BPSS (must be eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship) Copello are working with a leading organisation in the defence and aerospace sector, supporting the delivery of advanced engineering solutions across highly regulated, complex environments. Due to continued growth, we are recruiting for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to join their team on a fixed-term basis. This is an excellent opportunity to work on innovative programmes, contributing to cutting-edge manufacturing and engineering projects while collaborating with experienced, multidisciplinary teams. The Role As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a key role in driving continuous improvement and ensuring manufacturing excellence across a range of programmes. Key responsibilities include: Driving improvement initiatives using best-in-class and world-class manufacturing principles Working as an active member of integrated programme and engineering teams Analysing manufacturing data to identify trends, issues, and opportunities Leading root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions Supporting resolution of quality and performance challenges Identifying training and development needs to enhance team capability Monitoring and reporting on manufacturing engineering metrics and KPIs Using data insights to optimise processes and improve performance Supporting programme cells and the wider engineering function Contributing to Design for Manufacture (DFM) and manufacturability assessments Supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) activities Essential Experience & Qualifications HND (or equivalent) in Manufacturing, Production Engineering, or a related discipline Strong experience within electronics manufacturing across a range of technologies Proven ability to analyse data and deliver practical engineering solutions Experience contributing to improvements in production efficiency and effectiveness Understanding and application of Statistical Process Control (SPC) Experience leading or contributing to Process FMEA and risk mitigation activities Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles Strong communication skills with the ability to engage at all levels Proactive, self-motivated approach with strong team collaboration skills Desirable Experience Proven track record within a manufacturing or engineering environment Ability to challenge existing processes and drive continuous improvement Confident communicator across multidisciplinary teams Experience working across multiple manufacturing platforms What’s on Offer Competitive salary 25 days holiday + bank holidays, with the option to buy/sell up to 5 days Contributory pension scheme (up to 10.5% employer contribution) Discretionary bonus scheme Life assurance (6x salary) Flexible benefits package including health cash plan, dental, and cycle to work Enhanced sick pay Enhanced family-friendly policies Working Arrangements & Culture Flexible working options including hybrid and site-based arrangements A supportive and collaborative working environment focused on outcomes Opportunities for professional development and growth Up to 5 days paid volunteering leave annually Please note: Candidates must be permanent UK residents and able to successfully complete BPSS security clearance.