Are you a Production Engineer looking for a varied role where your input will directly influence design, efficiency, and manufacturing excellence? Join a global business at the forefront of defence engineering, with a reputation for delivering high-spec systems that perform in the world’s harshest environments. Based at their modern facility near Helmsley, you’ll be part of a collaborative, multidiscipline team driving continuous improvement across complex mechanical assemblies.
Nawton, North Yorkshire
37 hours/week | Flexi-time available | Overtime paid at standard rate
Permanent, Full-time
Competitive
25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays | 5% pension | Private healthcare | 2x salary life cover
The successful Production Engineer will be responsible for:
* Designing tooling, fixtures, and stage drawings to support repeatable and efficient production.
* Creating clear SOPs, training materials, and operating procedures for shopfloor use.
* Generating 3D and 2D engineering documentation and Bills of Materials using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
* Supporting new product introduction by planning manufacturing methods and ensuring smooth handover from design to production.
* Delivering technical training to upskill operators and embed best practices on the shopfloor.
* Driving continuous improvement projects using lean methodologies to reduce waste and boost output.
* Liaising with internal teams (engineering, production, logistics, and project management) to support smooth production flow.
* Supporting cost estimates, production planning, and future capacity forecasting.
* Offering engineering input into designs, ensuring components are manufacturable, safe, and efficient to assemble.
To be considered for this Production Engineer role, you’ll need:
* A degree or HND in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Production Engineering (or similar).
* At least 5 years’ experience within a manufacturing or engineering setting.
* Strong working knowledge of manufacturing techniques such as machining, welding, anodising, NDT, and assembly methods.
* Proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD (2D & 3D) and Microsoft Office Suite.
* Experience in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement (Kaizen, 5S, etc.).
* Excellent communication skills and confidence working across departments and with suppliers.
* A methodical approach to documentation and BOM creation, with a good eye for detail.
* A safety-first mindset and familiarity with ISO 9001 and QHSE procedures.
* Desirable: Experience with structural analysis, hydraulics, or mechanisms is a bonus, as is the ability to consider costings, profitability, and commercial impact in engineering decisions.
This is a standout opportunity for a Production Engineer who thrives in a role that blends technical design, process development, and shopfloor collaboration. You’ll be joining a stable, respected employer with global reach and a commitment to innovation, quality, and employee wellbeing. #J-18808-Ljbffr