Dumbarton, United Kingdom On-site

Aggreko is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer

About the Role

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a key role in advancing operational performance at the Dumbarton Manufacturing Facility. Your focus will be on improving quality, safety, cost, and delivery by identifying opportunities across production and supply chain operations. You will lead structured problem-solving efforts, implement corrective actions, and ensure sustainable results through data-driven decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate to manage production KPIs and lead initiatives that improve overall performance
  • Apply systematic methods to resolve manufacturing issues and support root cause analysis
  • Drive process optimization in both internal production and with subcontract suppliers
  • Maintain and update CAD models, technical documentation, and work instructions using 3D CAD tools, preferably Creo
  • Improve production flow and line balancing to support new product introductions and increase throughput

Qualifications and Skills

You bring practical manufacturing experience with a solid understanding of quality systems, production techniques, and Lean methodologies. Proficiency in mechanical assembly and CAD software is essential, with experience in Creo or similar 3D modeling tools preferred. You are detail-oriented, capable of managing multiple priorities, and committed to delivering high-quality, compliant work in a fast-moving environment.

A Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Systems, Mechatronics, or a related field is desirable. Experience with New Product Introduction (NPI) processes and PFMEA is an advantage. Project management experience further strengthens your profile.

Compensation and Benefits

This role offers a highly competitive salary and an annual bonus structure tied to performance. Benefits include Life Assurance, a generous pension plan, and 30 days of annual leave plus 3 public holidays. You can adjust your leave allowance by buying or selling days to better fit your personal needs. Support for professional growth includes ongoing training, personalized development plans, and access to an Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing. Paid volunteering days are also available.

Work Environment

This is an onsite position located at the Dumbarton Manufacturing Facility. The role supports flexible leave arrangements to help you balance work and personal life. The culture is hands-on, solution-focused, and inclusive—valuing diverse perspectives, resilience, and a persistent approach to problem-solving. People are encouraged to be themselves and contribute authentically.

Equal Opportunity

We are committed to equal employment opportunity. Applications are evaluated on merit, qualifications, and experience. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Our workplace respects and welcomes differences in background, culture, and experience.

Required Skills
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Aggreko
Aggreko provides temporary power, heating, cooling, and oil-free air solutions for events, industrial operations, and remote communities. They support customers ranging from short-term world-class events to long-term mining operations and decades-long community needs.
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