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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Design Engineer - **Company:** WIKA - **Location:** Didcot, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Configuration Management, Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Routing, Performance Monitor, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations, Data Management - **Published:** July 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.totaljobs.com/job/senior-design-engineer/wika-instruments-limited-job107728755 ## About the Role * Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial or a related engineering discipline, or equivalent engineering experience. * Extensive hands-on experience in a manufacturing or production environment. * Proven expertise in developing, validating, and scaling manufacturing processes. * Demonstrated capability in designing and commissioning tooling, jigs, and fixtures. * Significant experience in NPI, industrialisation, and transitioning processes into production. * Strong competency in producing and governing manufacturing documentation (work instructions, control plans, process documentation, etc.). * Advanced experience with ERP systems including routing and BOM management. * Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and structured continuous improvement methodologies. * Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional teams including Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations. Desirable: * Experience working with D365 Finance and Operations (Microsoft ERP system). * Knowledge of quality systems such as ISO9001 and AS9100. * Experience of working with and processing optical fibres including splicing and joining. * Technical understanding and experience of manufacturing optical devices. * Background in automation technology selection or deployment. * Proficiency with structured root-cause methodologies such as 8D. ## Description WIKA Optical Sensing Ltd, previously known as Oxsensis, was acquired by WIKA in 2023 and brings expertise in optical sensing technology, particularly for pressure and temperature measurement. Your Activities: * Provide senior-level technical support to daily manufacturing operations, addressing complex process issues and implementing sustainable corrective and preventive actions. * Lead process performance monitoring, identifying systemic issues, optimising workflow, and driving improvements in quality, throughput, cost, and repeatability. * Champion process stability and capability through advanced analysis and continuous improvement techniques. * Lead the design, specification, validation, and lifecycle management of tooling, jigs, and fixtures, ensuring scalability, ergonomics, and robust performance. * Oversee supplier engagement for tooling manufacture and qualification, ensuring readiness for operational deployment. * Drive industrialisation activities for New Product Introduction (NPI), ensuring seamless transfer from R&D to volume production. * Develop, validate, and optimise manufacturing methods using PFMEA, control plans, process capability studies, and statistical analysis. * Provide senior influence on Design-for-Manufacture (DFM) activities in collaboration with engineering teams. * Ensure the creation, governance, and continuous improvement of high-quality work instructions and process documentation. * Mentor and train engineers, technicians, and operators on new processes, tooling, and best practices. * Support internal and external audits, customer visits, and technical reviews as a subject-matter expert. * Own and optimise ERP manufacturing master data including routings and BOMs, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and alignment with operational capabilities. * Work closely with Planning, Supply Chain, Quality, and Engineering to maintain rigorous configuration control across the production lifecycle. * Lead cross-functional root-cause investigations, structured problem-solving (e.g., 8D), and continuous improvement projects. * Support automation initiatives and evaluate new technologies to enhance operational capability and efficiency. * Collaborate with R&D on new process development, prototype build support, and the industrial readiness of novel manufacturing techniques. ## Related Videos - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [Creating a routing app with Google Maps API from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/831-creating-a-routing-app-with-google-maps-api-from-scratch) - [It's all about the Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/425-it-s-all-about-the-data) - [Automate everything via NodeJS and Puppeteer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/322-automate-everything-via-nodejs-and-puppeteer) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [A Technical Introduction to Bitcoin's 2nd Layer- The Lightning Network](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/15-a-technical-introduction-to-bitcoin-s-2nd-layer-the-lightning-network) ## Related Articles - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Now is the time for industrialized software development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/601-now-is-the-time-for-industrialized-software-development)