Manufacturing Engineer

Position Description

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer III to join the Data Center Power and Control Starline Team in Reading, UK. The Manufacturing Engineer – Electrical Power Systems will support and improve Starline’s manufacturing operations for busway plugs, feeds, and track bar/straight products. The role combines hands‑on process engineering with strong knowledge of low‑voltage power systems (breakers, fuses, protection devices, wiring/termination, and test). The engineer will drive safety, quality, throughput, and right‑first‑time performance through robust processes, tooling/fixtures, work instructions, test integration, and structured problem solving.

What Will You Do?

• Own and improve assembly processes for busway plugs, feeds, and track bar/straight products, including wiring, termination, and integration of protection components.
• Develop, maintain, and improve standard work and visual work instructions (station‑based), including critical checks, torque specifications, and acceptance criteria.
• Read and interpret electrical engineering drawings/schematics (wiring diagrams, connection tables, terminal plans) and translate them into safe, repeatable shop‑floor build standards.
• Validate BOM accuracy for electrical content (correct parts, alternates, variants/options, revision control); identify and drive closure of drawing/BOM discrepancies ahead of build.
• Specify, validate, and standardize wiring and electrical assembly tooling (torque tools, crimp tools/applicators, presses, label/traceability devices) and ensure calibration/verification routines are in place.
• Design or commission fixtures and error‑proofing aids (harness boards, poka‑yoke fixtures, point‑of‑use tool setups, material presentation carts) to improve repeatability and reduce variation.
• Support and improve test cell processes for 100% tested products by strengthening upstream controls and test readiness (e.g., continuity/functional/insulation testing where applicable).
• Lead root cause analysis (4M/5‑Why) for electrical defects and test failures; implement containment and permanent corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Support engineering changes (ECO/deviations) by ensuring drawings, BOMs, routings, work instructions, and test requirements remain aligned and released correctly.
• Provide hands‑on shop‑floor support to resolve daily production issues quickly and improve stability; partner closely with Production, Quality, Test, Maintenance, Engineering, and Supply Chain.
• Conduct time studies and apply Lean principles (standard work, visual management, 5S, error proofing) to reduce waste and improve throughput and delivery reliability.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 3+ years’ experience in manufacturing/process engineering for electrical products (wiring/termination, power components, and production test).
• Strong practical knowledge of low‑voltage power systems and components (breakers, fuses, protective devices, earthing/grounding, insulation handling, creepage/clearance awareness).
• Proven ability to read and apply electrical drawings and product documentation, and to work effectively with BOM‑driven builds (variants/options, alternates, revisions).
• Experience specifying and using electrical assembly and verification tools (torque, crimp, presses, test equipment) and improving process capability.
• Experience in a high‑mix assembly environment is preferred (busway, switchgear, panel build, power distribution products).
• Familiarity with Lean/CI tools; awareness of workmanship standards (e.g., IPC/WHMA‑A‑620 concepts) is a plus.
• Experience with digital work instructions/MES (eFlex or similar) and basic data analysis (Excel/Power BI) is beneficial.

Skills and Competencies

• Structured problem solver with strong attention to detail; able to drive actions to closure and prevent repeat issues.
• Able to convert engineering intent into clear, practical, visual work instructions and quality checks.
• Hands‑on aptitude for shop‑floor troubleshooting; comfortable spending time on the line with operators and team leads.
• Strong safety and quality mindset for electrical builds; understands the importance of critical‑to‑quality characteristics.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management across Production, Quality, Test, Maintenance, Engineering, and Supply Chain.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel/PowerPoint); comfortable working with data and basic reporting.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• May require exposure to the manufacturing areas where personal protective equipment (safety glasses, mandatory hearing protection) is required.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.

Equal Opportunity Employer.

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