Manufacturing Engineer - REACH & Compliance

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.

Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking.

As the world leader in aeronautical electrical systems, Safran Electrical & Power is a key player in the electrification of aircraft equipment and electric and hybrid propulsion. With expertise across the onboard energy chain, the company designs and delivers innovative, optimized and modular architectures and solutions.

Safran - Here, we craft excellence together.

At Safran, excellence is a journey - and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision.

We are looking for passionate individuals to join our Engineering team as a Reach / Indus Engineer at our Slough site.

About Safran Electrical Components - Slough
Safran Electrical Components (SEC) specialises in the design, development, and qualification of high-performance electrical interconnection components used in demanding aerospace environments.

Your Role
Lead the industrialisation of new products from concept to production, while ensuring the re-industrialisation and compliance of existing products in line with business and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities will include:
Industrialisation & Process Development
-Lead industrialisation of new products and manage major changes impacting existing products
-Define, develop, and improve manufacturing processes to ensure efficiency, quality, and cost performance
-Design and introduce new processes, equipment, and production flows
-Specify tooling, equipment, and manufacturing methods (including special processes such as coating, bonding, plating)
-Estimate costs, define time standards, and optimise production performance and yield

Project Management
-Lead projects end-to-end using a structured gated process
-Define objectives with Engineering / Program / Product teams and ensure delivery (cost, quality, timeline)
-Coordinate internal and external stakeholders (engineering, manufacturing, suppliers)
-Produce and manage key documentation (PFMEA, Process Flow, Control Plan, VSM, etc.)
-Track progress, risks, and KPIs, and report to stakeholders

Tools, Equipment & Design
-Design tools and fixtures (2D/3D CAD)
-Define machine requirements and commissioning plans
-Develop proof of concepts (e.g. 3D printing)

REACH & Compliance / Sustainability
-Act as a key contributor to REACH compliance across products, materials, and processes (including SVHC monitoring)
-Support re-industrialisation initiatives driven by regulatory or environmental changes
-Improve sustainability of manufacturing processes

Collaboration & Team Contribution
-Work closely with cross-functional teams: Design, Manufacturing, Quality, Procurement
-Engage stakeholders across UK and international sites
-Support and mentor less experienced team members
-Promote best practices and ensure process adherence

Reporting & Communication
-Monitor and report on industrialisation delivery and KPIs
-Manage priorities and capacity planning
-Communicate progress, risks, and opportunities clearly to stakeholders

Here, we craft excellence together.
If you're ready to take your career to new heights and be part of a company that's crafting the future of flight, apply today.

Why Safran?
A global presence: Be part of a global aerospace, defence & space business with over 100,000 Colleagues, across 300 sites in 30 countries.
Inclusive & empowering environment: We celebrate our differences and believe they make us stronger. We know that a fulfilling work environment is a key driver for innovative ideas and team success.
-Innovation at the core: Join our mission to decarbonise aerospace and make the world a safer place. Your ambitions can take us further.
-Mobility & training opportunities: We can support your ambitions with training, development, a personalised career plan and mobility opportunities. If you have big dreams, we'll support you to make them a reality.
-A culture of excellence: Join a team that values collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement. Whatever your background, together we aim for excellence.

Get involved:
We also have a number of groups and forums across our sites that you can get involved with, including Women at Safran, Diversity at Safran, Sports Clubs, STEM ambassadors, Employee Forum, Charity Partnerships and Wellbeing Programs.
At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone.
We also know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, we encourage anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation.

What You'll Bring

Essential
-Engineering degree (Mechanical / Industrial / Manufacturing)
-Experience in industrialisation / production engineering in a manufacturing environment (aerospace, automotive, or similar)
-Strong project management and cross-functional coordination skills
-Knowledge of manufacturing processes and process validation (including special processes)
-Exposure to REACH / material compliance

Desirable
-Knowledge of aerospace standards (AS9100, ISO 9001)
-Experience with IMDS / BOM compliance
-Experience leading STEERCO meetings and industrial readiness reviews