Manufacturing Engineer (m/f/d)
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Position Overview & Specifications
ZF is a global technology company supplying systems for passenger cars, commercial vehicles and industrial technology, enabling the next generation of mobility.
ZF allows vehicles to see, think and act. In the four technology domains of Vehicle Motion Control, Integrated Safety, Automated Driving, and Electric Mobility, ZF offers comprehensive product and software solutions for established vehicle manufacturers and newly emerging transport and mobility service providers. ZF electrifies a wide range of vehicle types. With its products, the company contributes to reducing emissions, protecting the climate and enhancing safe mobility.
Manufacturing Engineer (m/f/d) Country/Region: GB Location: Peterlee, ENG, GB, SR8 2HRReq ID 51720 Elec Op - Peterlee, United Kingdom
We are strengthening our Manufacturing Engineering team in the area of Electronics and ADAS at our location in Peterlee.
Your tasks:
- Working in a cross functional manufacturing engineering team, leading projects by managing your own and others time and supporting production and maintenance when and where required
- Selection & implementation of new equipment and processes sourced in the UK and internationally
- Ownership of various types of equipment and processes, providing continuous monitoring and improvements where necessary
- Working in a fast paced, high demanding environment working with other teams internally and externally in new product design and launch
- Scrap reductions, quality improvements and increases in OEE using problem solving techniques and LEAN methodology/six sigma
Your profile:
- Minimum of HNC/HND standard in engineering or equivalent, degree level desired
- Experience in 2D and 3D vision/measurement systems, Laser welding/marking, Servo pressing, Leak testing and Torque controlled screw driving. PLC programming experience desired
- Knowledge in D/PFMEA, Lean/Six Sigma and problem solving/analytical
- Good communication, time management and planning as well as negotiation skills
- Proficient in communicating in English
The position is part of the ZF Global Employee Referral Program.
Be part of our ZF team as Manufacturing Engineer (m/f/d) and apply now!
Contact
Ann-Kathrin Reißner
+492115842169
Our Commitment to DiversityZF is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Find out how we work at ZF:
Job Segment: Manufacturing Engineer, Lean Six Sigma, Electronics Engineer, Six Sigma, Engineer, Engineering, Management
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Manufacturing Engineer (m/f/d) roles across ZF's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Transportation Equipment Manufacturing.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £28,083 - £30,852 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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