We are seeking a driven and enthusiastic Production Engineerto join our growing team. In this role, you’ll play a critical part in providing technical support to our operations department — helping to resolve production issues, streamline processes, and reduce costs while ensuring high-quality output. It’s a hands-on, solutions-focused position ideal for someone who enjoys variety and thrives in a collaborative manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Act as the interface between Engineering and Production teams, supporting design reviews and improving ease of assembly.
* Respond to production issues, shortages, and technical challenges to minimise delays.
* Develop build assembly flow diagrams and check sheets for prototype and production builds.
* Support the implementation of change requests and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Design and develop tooling, jigs, and fixtures to aid production efficiency.
* Conduct root cause analyses and implement corrective actions.
* Support the Quality team during inspections and investigations.
* Contribute to staff training and workmanship standards in Mechanical and Electrical teams.
* Maintain high standards of project housekeeping and ensure adherence to H&S procedures.
* Occasionally travel to customer sites to provide technical support as needed.
Skills & Experience:
Essential:
* Minimum 4 years of experience in a manufacturing/engineering environment OR BTEC/City & Guilds Level 2+.
* Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
* Solid understanding of manufacturing processes.
* Excellent computer skills and proficiency with 3D CAD software.
* Clear and effective communication skills (written and verbal).
Desirable:
* Experience in staff mentoring/supervision.
* Familiarity with continuous improvement tools (Lean, Six Sigma).
* Experience with DFMA, DFMEA.
* Experience using 3D printers.
* ERP system experience.
Personal Attributes:
* Proactive, adaptable, and resilient.
* Methodical, with excellent attention to detail.
* Committed to teamwork, integrity, and continuous excellence.
* Confident working independently and collaboratively.
What You’ll Get:
Work-Life Balance:
* 37.5-hour workweek with early Friday finishes.
* Hybrid/flexible working options.
* 28 days holiday + Christmas closure.
* Holiday purchasing scheme.
Benefits:
* Pension matched up to 5%.
* Income protection + life assurance.
* Employee Assistance Programme (GP, physio, mental health support).
* Share scheme & Save As You Earn.
* EV salary sacrifice scheme.
* Discounted gym membership.
* Wellbeing app access & regular wellbeing activities.
* High street rewards platform.
* Sports & social events.
* Free onsite parking.
* Excellent learning and development support.
Security Clearance:
Due to the nature of our work, you must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance. This includes proof of identity, right to work, and residency in the UK for at least 5 years.
Interested?
Apply now to play a key part in delivering industry-leading engineering and manufacturing solutions — where your ideas will shape real-world defence technologies. #J-18808-Ljbffr