Forging Manufacturing Engineer Location: Leicester, Meridian Business Park, LE19 1WH Competitive package, including excellent pension package and up to 6 x life assurance basic pay, 187.5 hours + bank holidays, bronze cash healthcare cover, 24 hour employee assistance programme, occupational health support on site, excellent working conditions Hours of Work: Monday to Thursday 7.30 am to 4.15 pm, Friday 7.30 am to 12 noon About the Role Are you ready to shape the future of advanced manufacturing? As a Forge Manufacturing Engineer, you'll play a critical role in driving process excellence and ensuring high standards within our forging operations. Reporting directly to the Engineering Manager, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement best practices, drive continuous improvement, and deliver right-first-time results. This is your opportunity to join a forward-thinking team where innovation, ownership, and personal growth are part of our DNA. Key Responsibilities + Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure repeatable and reliable processes. + Monitor production processes to ensure conformity to technical drawings through spot checks and performance audits. + Train and support forging operators to ensure understanding and compliance with new methods and procedures. + Identify opportunities for process optimisation, simplification, and automation, including robot integration. + Lead and support change initiatives by challenging the status quo and proposing practical engineering solutions. + Maintain and reorganise store locations and departmental layout for maximum efficiency. + Provide hands-on technical support in forging operations involving hydraulic and flywheel presses, slitting machines, induction heating, and coatings. What do you need… What We’re Looking For Essential Skills & Experience: + Minimum 3 years of forging experience. + Understanding of mechanical presses or similar application. + Nickel alloy materials + Induction heating and slitting processes + Ability to interpret engineering drawings and manage tolerance stacking across operations. + Evidence of strong mechanical problem-solving capability. + Practical knowledge of tool design; familiarity with SolidCAM is a plus. + ERP system experience (advantageous). + Familiarity with SolidWorks (training can be provided). + Experience with metrology equipment and methods is beneficial. Key Attributes: + Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively within teams. + Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving ability. + Self-starter with a passion for engineering and continuous improvement. + Willingness to take ownership and drive projects from concept to implementation. Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $7.4 Billion in revenue in 2024, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers’ success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2024 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report. Follow: LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/howmet-aerospace) , Twitter (https://twitter.com/howmetaerospace) , Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/howmetaerospace/) , Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/Howmetaerospace/) , and YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/howmetaerospace) .