Manufacturing Engineer

Morson is collaborating with a leading defence manufacturer to recruit a Manufacturing Engineer to join their team based in Glasgow. Job Details 37 hours per week Weekend working required Competitive, flexible hourly…

Pay rate £45 – £55/hour
Contract type Contract
Posted 7 October 2026

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Morson is collaborating with a leading defence manufacturer to recruit a Manufacturing Engineer to join their team based in Glasgow.

Job Details

37 hours per week
Weekend working required
Competitive, flexible hourly rate
About the Opportunity

Become a vital member of the dynamic manufacturing team within OME (Optronics and Missile Electronics), driving industrialisation projects and providing ongoing support throughout production. You will report directly to the Manufacturing Engineering Management team.

In this role, you will apply a range of techniques tailored to each phase of the product lifecycle, including but not limited to:

Cost estimation supporting bids, covering both direct and indirect costs, alongside scheduling
New Product Introduction processes, including MRL, PRR, FAI, DfX, PFMEA, tooling and test equipment
Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)
Reviewing engineering definition files, and preparing and approving manufacturing documentation
Defining assembly and testing processes
Managing non-conformances and engineering changes during production
Monitoring product costs to ensure efficiency
Collaborating closely with Workcell/APRU Managers to meet target KPIs
Identifying and implementing improvements using Lean methodologies
About You

We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented professional who demonstrates the following attributes:

Experience in manufacturing engineering within a comparable environment
Excellent team player and communicator, able to work effectively within and across diverse teams
Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all organisational levels
Adaptable, quick learner, and a flexible team member
Committed to meeting deadlines with strong time management and prioritisation abilities
Educated to degree level in a relevant engineering discipline
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
Familiarity with industry software such as Oracle, Palma and Mestec
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit an up-to-date CV for consideration

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