Senior Production Engineer
Axion Biosystems is a leading innovator in advanced biosensing technologies, specializing in solutions for life sciences research and drug discovery. Our cutting-edge platforms empower scientists to accelerate breakthroughs in neuroscience, cardiology, and beyond.
Axion Biosystems UK Manufacturing Ltd is seeking a hands-on Senior Production Engineer, reporting to the Operations Director to optimize manufacturing processes, ensure product quality, and support the scale-up of our bioelectronic systems.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering, experience in a production environment, a preference for being hands-on, and a passion for continuous improvement.
Job Duties
* Process Optimization:
Develop and refine manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, yield, and product quality.
* Production Support:
Troubleshoot technical issues on the production line, ensuring minimal downtime, maintaining on-time delivery to the customer. Work closely with the Operations Team to ensure product performance is optimized.
* Communication:
Promote healthy, respectful communications with Operations Team relative to product issues.
* Quality Assurance:
Collaborate with Quality team to implement best practices to meet current regulatory standards (ISO 9000) and other Statutory and Regulatory compliance i.e. RoHS / REACH / CE and Equipment compliance.
* New Product Introduction (NPI):
Support the transition of R&D prototypes into scalable production.
* Equipment & Tooling:
Specify, validate, and maintain production equipment and fixtures. Ensure all relevant Test systems and metrology is calibrated to traceable standards.
* Documentation:
Create and update work instructions, SOPs, and production records.
* Cross-functional Collaboration:
Work with R&D, Supply Chain, and Quality teams to drive continuous improvement.
* Training:
Mentor production staff on new processes and technologies.
* Attendance:
Demonstrate and model exemplary attendance, safe working practices, and professional behaviour always when exercising elements of the Production Engineering position.
Required Skills & Abilities
* 5+ years in a manufacturing/production engineering role (medical devices or biotech preferred).
* Experience with component-level hardware debugging and failure analysis for printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs)
* Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and datasheets (e.g. EAGLE, PADsviewer)
* Familiarity with electronics test equipment, including digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, and power supplies
* Scripting knowledge (e.g. Python, MATLAB, etc.) to facilitate analysis or data review
* Soldering experience and rework ability for assemblies with through-hole and surface-mount components (e.g. QFNs, BGAs, 0402-size passives)
* Knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or DFM principles.
* Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
* Management Experience especially in the absence of operations management
* Good knowledge of formal risk assessments (e.g. RPN in Process FMEA) using risk-based thinking to help optimize the manufacturing lines and stimulate continuous improvement
Education & Experience
* Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Biomedical, or related field)
* 5 years + experience
Why Join Axion Biosystems?
* Opportunity to work on groundbreaking biosensing technologies
* Collaborative, mission-driven culture
* Competitive salary, benefits, and career growth opportunities
Job Details
* Permanent office based role
* Hours: 37.5 hours/ week excluding Lunch with flexibility on core hours
* Compensation: based on qualifications and experience
Benefits
* Group Personal Pension
* Life and critical illness insurance
* On-site parking
* Employee assistance program
* Company events
* Tax advantaged Electric Vehicle and Cycle to Work Schemes
Location
* Oxford, UK