Manufacturing Engineer (m/f/d)

Job description

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will serve as a technical expert within the business, responsible for ensuring manufacturing processes and systems are production-ready, safe, and efficient. You’ll support both in-house operations and supplier integration, helping drive continuous improvement across manufacturing activities.

• Apply in-depth knowledge of Rheinmetall products and manufacturing processes to support operations and customer needs
• Lead supplier assessments, including capacity, risk, and technical compliance reviews and ensure alignment with production requirements
• Manage design adjustments to balance technical feasibility and cost
• Oversee the transfer of designs and prototypes into series production
• Create clear, safe, and compliant manufacturing instructions
• Coordinate with HSE and Operations for equipment and safety assessments
• Support quality checks, operator training, and tooling readiness with relevant teams
• Drive production improvements by optimizing methods, layouts, and tooling
• Lead on-site problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date documentation and work instructions