Senior Design for Manufacture Engineer This role will join a long-term, multi-year programme delivering safety-critical nuclear Instrumentation & Control (I&C) systems for reactor protection. This role is pivotal in ensuring that complex, high-integrity electronic and electromechanical systems are designed with scalable, supportable, and cost-effective manufacturing in mind — from concept through to 60 years of in-service support. Location: Wimborne, UK Your Challenge: Develop and implement innovative Design for Manufacture (DfM) processes to support the creation of scalable, efficient, and cost-effective production systems Collaborate with design, systems, and manufacturing teams to embed DfM principles early in the product lifecycle. Develop and optimise manufacturing processes for high complexity, medium volume production of safety-critical equipment. Support the definition and implementation of business and engineering processes to enable scalable, repeatable manufacturing. Drive automation opportunities and digital manufacturing strategies to improve quality, consistency, cost and throughput. Contribute to the selection and qualification of suppliers and manufacturing partners. Ensure that design decisions consider long-term supportability, obsolescence management, and maintainability over a 60-year lifecycle. Take a lead role in design reviews, DFMEAs and PFMEAs, and process validation activities. Provide technical input into make/buy decisions and cost modelling. What You Bring: Security contractual compliance will require incumbents must be a sole British National Proven experience in Design for Manufacture within a high-integrity or regulated environment (e.g. aerospace, defence, nuclear, automotive). Knowledge of quality standards, specifically ISO 9001. Strong understanding of automated manufacturing techniques and their application to complex assemblies. Experience working in cross-functional engineering teams. Familiarity with lifecycle management and configuration control. Excellent problem-solving and communication skills. Desired Skills: Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Systems Engineering (or equivalent experience). Knowledge of relevant standards (e.g. IEC 61513, AS9100, NQA-1). Exposure to digital manufacturing tools and PLM systems. Experience of introducing robotics and collaborative robotics (cobotics) into manufacturing workflows Who We Are Our Values Environmental, Social and Governance Curtiss-Wright Wimborne, a Business Unit of Curtiss Wright, is a global engineering and design manufacture leader with just over six decades of experience designing for heavily regulated markets, such as nuclear, aerospace, oil and gas, and more. We develop sensors and instrumentation and control solutions for harsh environments and mission critical applications when safety and reliability matter. We focus on our customers’ success in every step of our process from sales engagement, quality, delivery, and customer service. Our customers trust us and know our commitment to safety is our top priority. https://www.ultra.energy/curtiss-wright/ #LI-TR1 No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright. Compliance Statement This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn. Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition. For US Applicants: EEO is The Law – click here for more information. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request. Join the WRIGHT Team! Over 95 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments – Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright. Our Values What makes a world-class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss-Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall – we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other. Leadership We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action. Customer Focus We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers’ expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion. Teamwork & Trust Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward. Respect for People We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees. Integrity We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships. What We Offer Our Employees: Opportunity: As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one! Challenging Work: The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of! Collaborative Environment: The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.