Lead Advanced Manufacturing Innovation
Join a highly technical engineering environment
Lead the development and optimisation of manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, cost, and throughput
Act as the technical authority for welding processes, standards, and best practices
Develop, qualify, and improve welding procedures across a variety of fabrication methods
Drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM) initiatives and provide manufacturing input during product development
Design and implement tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing aids to support production excellence
Support automation and robotic welding projects, including equipment selection and process development
Analyse and resolve production challenges using structured root-cause problem-solving techniques
Collaborate with engineering, quality, and operations teams to establish robust manufacturing standards
Evaluate supplier capabilities and support make-versus-buy decisions
Create and maintain work instructions, process documentation, and operating procedures
Ensure manufacturing processes comply with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
Extensive experience within manufacturing, fabrication, welding, or welded assembly environments
Strong understanding of engineering drawings, GD&T, specifications, and CAD/CAM systems
Experience implementing automated or robotic welding solutions
Proven ability to improve manufacturability through DFM principles and process optimisation
Knowledge of multiple welding processes including SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, laser, and electron beam welding
Experience working with materials such as carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminium, titanium, or high-nickel alloys
Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement experience
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to work effectively across engineering, production, quality, and supply chain teams
Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
Comprehensive healthcare and wellbeing benefits
Retirement savings programme
Generous annual leave entitlement
Long-term career progression opportunities
Exposure to advanced manufacturing technologies and automation projects
Opportunity to work on highly engineered, technically challenging products
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
The chance to make a significant impact on manufacturing performance and innovation