Job Description
Product Engineer Operations SupportTewkesbury | Hybrid Working Im currently supporting a well-established aerospace engineering organisation in Tewkesbury with the appointment of a Product Engineer to join their operations support team. This is a key role within a specialist production cell, where you will act as the primary engineering contact for a range of precision assemblies. The position offers a strong balance of hands-on production support, technical problem solving, and continuous improvement activity.The RoleYou will take ownership of engineering support for specific products within the production environment, working closely with both operations and test teams to ensure performance, quality, and delivery targets are achieved.
Your responsibilities will include: Acting as the technical focal point for designated assemblies within the production cellAnalysing production and test data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunitiesSupporting product and process changes to enhance performance and manufacturabilityLeading structured investigations into production and product issues, identifying root cause and implementing corrective actionsCollaborating with test and equipment teams to diagnose issues across mechanical, hydraulic, electronic, and software systemsSupporting the disposition of non-conforming components, including GD&T-related assessmentsDriving improvements in yield, process capability, and overall production performanceContributing to tooling and fixture concepts to support assembly and testingSupporting ongoing initiatives around automation and digital manufacturingCandidate ProfileThis role is well-suited to an engineer with a strong manufacturing background and a practical, problem-solving mindset. Degree-qualified in a relevant engineering discipline (or equivalent experience)Approximately 5+ years experience within a manufacturing, production, or quality engineering environmentStrong mechanical engineering knowledge, with exposure to hydraulic systemsExperience with PFMEA, Control Plans, and Process Flow documentationFamiliarity with validation, verification, and performance testing methodologiesUnderstanding of precision manufacturing and assembly processes (experience with laser welding or brazing would be advantageous)Confident communicator, able to engage effectively across engineering and operational teamsWell organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentPackage & Benefits Flexible working hours (flexi-time system)Competitive benefits package including private medical cover and pensionStrong focus on employee development and progressionStable, well-invested engineering environmentTPBN1_UKTJ