Senior Manufacturing Engineer

About SAESL

A joint venture company between Rolls-Royce Plc and SIA Engineering Company. The company first started operations in 2001 and has since become a market leader for both engine overhaul and component repair services.

As a result of sustained business growth, SAESL has continued to expand its facilities and develop new capabilities for both its engine overhaul and component repair businesses. The Engine Overhaul business has the capability to service all products in the Trent engine family, this includes Trent 500, Trent 700, Trent 800, Trent 900, Trent 1000 and Trent XWB; SAESL is the only Trent engine MRO that can support all product variants. The Engine Overhaul business has the capacity to repair and overhaul over 300 Trent engines per year and it is equipped with a state-of-the-art Engine Test Facility that supports our best-in-class engine turnaround times.

Why Join SAESL

• Staff Benefits (Comprehensive Medical Coverage, Flexible Benefits, Company Transport)
• Training/Career Progression Opportunities
• Job Security

Job Summary

Perform Manufacturing Engineering activities in Component Repair production areas, ensuring the initial and ongoing capability of production methods to consistently produce conforming products. Resolve technical issues and production challenges to meet Safety, Quality, Cost, and Delivery (SQCD) objectives while supporting business and customer requirements. Support the integration of Manufacturing Engineering activities across the entire product lifecycle and throughout the supply chain to drive operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop, qualify, and optimize thermal spray coating processes for shafts, cases, and other critical components.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate product safety risks in compliance with the Company's Safety Management System and Zero Harm programme.
• Promote a zero-defect culture by developing and deploying manufacturing processes that support Right First Time (RFT) principles.
• Lead process and product quality investigations and manage the technical requirements of NADCAP accreditation for special processes, including plasma spray and coatings.
• Apply SPS, DMAIC, Lean, and systems engineering methodologies to improve manufacturing performance, enhance delivery, and reduce the Cost of Non-Quality (CONQ).
• Collaborate with suppliers, production teams, and cross-functional engineering teams to deploy and sustain SAESL Operating System standards.
• Drive productivity improvements and achieve cost targets within the assigned area of responsibility.
• Identify opportunities for process innovation and continuous improvement, develop business cases, and lead the implementation of manufacturing best practices.

Qualification / Experience

• Degree in Aeronautical, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline.
• At least 3 years of experience in a manufacturing, repair, or overhaul environment.
• Experience in thermal barrier coatings is preferred.
• Experience in commodity or product ownership will be an advantage.
• Good knowledge of robotic systems and functions.
• Good knowledge of fixture design and masking techniques.
• Strong communication, analytical, engineering, and project management skills.
• Strong technical problem-solving skills, with knowledge of Six Sigma methodologies and a hands-on approach.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.