Senior Production Engineer – Manufacturing | Bristol | £50,000 per annum
We’re partnering with a leading manufacturing business based in Bristol, currently seeking an experienced Senior Production Engineer to join their established engineering team. This is a key role within a fast-paced production environment, offering the opportunity to lead process improvements, drive efficiency, and support continuous development across the site.
The Role
As Senior Production Engineer, you’ll be responsible for optimising manufacturing processes, implementing lean initiatives, and supporting the delivery of new product introductions. Working closely with production, design, and quality teams, you’ll play a vital part in ensuring manufacturing runs smoothly, efficiently, and to the highest standards.
Key responsibilities:
* Lead process improvement projects to increase efficiency, quality, and throughput
* Provide technical support to production teams, troubleshooting issues as they arise
* Develop and implement new manufacturing methods and tooling solutions
* Support NPI (New Product Introduction) activities, ensuring smooth handover to production
* Analyse production data to identify bottlenecks and drive operational improvements
* Lead and mentor junior engineers and technicians
* Work closely with suppliers and customers to ensure manufacturing capability aligns with requirements
About You
We’re looking for someone with:
* A proven background in production or manufacturing engineering, ideally in a medium to high-volume environment
* A relevant engineering qualification (HNC/HND/Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or similar)
* Strong understanding of lean manufacturing, process optimisation, and continuous improvement tools
* Hands-on experience with tooling, jigs, fixtures, and process validation
* Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
* A proactive, practical approach with the ability to lead by example