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Manufacturing Engineer

Job Posted: 8 days ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Newark, Nottinghamshire

Expire in: 20 days

Job Description

Manufacturing Engineer

Newark | Saint-Gobain Formula

At Saint-Gobain Formula, part of the global Saint-Gobain group, we specialise in high-performance gypsum solutions used across a range of industrial and specialist applications.

We're looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in Newark, helping to drive improvements in plant performance, product quality and operational efficiency.

This role bridges the gap between process engineering and site maintenance, turning improvement ideas into practical engineering solutions. You'll work closely with operations and maintenance teams to troubleshoot complex issues and deliver engineering projects that improve reliability, safety and productivity across the site.

What you'll be doing

Troubleshooting & Fault Diagnosis

Supporting the maintenance team with complex electrical and mechanical fault finding
Investigating recurring issues across key areas of the plant to identify root causes rather than symptoms
Diagnosing PLC-based process issues (Siemens / Allen-Bradley)Project Delivery & Implementation

Collaborating with the Process Engineering team to design, build and implement engineering modifications
Delivering small to medium CAPEX/OPEX projects (up to £100k)
Managing external contractors, sourcing components and commissioning new equipment
Translating improvement ideas into practical mechanical or electrical solutionsContinuous Improvement

Identifying opportunities to reduce downtime, waste and energy consumption
Supporting the review of RAMS and ensuring safe implementation of engineering work
Ensuring all engineering modifications are properly documented and communicated to maintenance teamsWhat we're looking for

Experience in an Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering role
Experience within a heavy industrial or 24/7 manufacturing environment (e.g. gypsum, cement or similar industries)
A multi-skilled engineering background, comfortable working with both mechanical and electrical systems
Experience delivering continuous improvement or engineering projects
Strong analytical and fault-finding skills
Ability to work effectively with contractors and cross-functional teamsQualifications

HND / Level 5 in Mechanical Engineering
Apprentice-trained engineerAbout us

Are Formula and Saint-Gobain inclusive employers?

Saint-Gobain is a worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, following our purpose of 'Making the World a Better Home'. We play a part in improving daily life through high-performance solutions. From wherever you are, let your unique personality and our values guide you every day to invent a more sustainable world.

We understand that a diverse workplace is not only a more enjoyable place to be but also facilitates better decision making and innovation. So, whoever you are, and whichever Saint-Gobain business you join, you can be sure of a warm welcome with us.

And what about flexibility?

At Saint-Gobain, we're always open to new ways of working. Everyone has different needs and commitments. We'll happily discuss any need you might have for this role. Whilst we can't promise to meet every request when we're recruiting, we do promise to listen.

If you match our criteria, we will be in touch to discuss your experience and more about you as a person, we look forward to hearing from you

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