At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a hands-on role in engineering, from product concept to customer delivery.
- Company: Innovative engineering company specialising in subsea systems for top energy firms.
- Benefits: Gain diverse experience, competitive salary, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities for international travel and mentoring.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in engineering while working on exciting projects.
- Qualifications: HNC/HND in Engineering and 3 years' experience in manufacturing.
The predicted salary is between 36000 - 36000 £ per year.
Howard James Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of an innovative engineering company that designs and manufactures specialist subsea coupling and connector systems for some of the world's leading energy organisations. Due to continued growth and product development, they are looking to appoint a Production & Development Engineer to join their engineering team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on engineer who enjoys variety and wants to play a key role in taking products from concept through to manufacture, testing and customer delivery. Working closely with the Engineering Manager, you'll split your time between production, testing, research & development and technical improvement projects. No two days are the same, making this an ideal role for someone looking to broaden their engineering experience and develop their career.
Key Responsibilities
- Building, assembling and testing customer products and systems
- Conducting functional testing, fault finding and system verification
- Supporting prototype development and R&D projects
- Assisting with product development and continuous improvement initiatives
- Producing technical reports, assembly procedures and engineering documentation
- Working alongside production and engineering teams to solve technical challenges
- Providing occasional technical support and commissioning at customer sites
- Supporting manufacturing improvements and supplier development activities
- Mentoring apprentices where appropriate.
About You
We're looking for someone who enjoys being hands-on and thrives in a practical engineering environment. You'll ideally have:
- HNC/HND (or equivalent) in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Electrical Engineering
- At least 3 years' engineering experience within a manufacturing or production environment
- Strong mechanical assembly, fitting and fault-finding skills
- Experience working with hydraulic and pneumatic systems
- Knowledge of hydrostatic and gas pressure testing
- Practical machining experience using manual lathes and milling machines
- Excellent problem-solving ability and attention to detail
- Strong communication and technical documentation skills
- Full UK Driving Licence
- UK Passport and willingness to travel internationally on occasion.
Desirable Experience
Experience in any of the following would be advantageous:
- Product development or R&D
- Welding and fabrication
- Offshore certification (BOSIET/MIST)
- CAD or drafting experience
- Project planning or project management.
If you're a practical engineer looking to develop your career within a growing, innovative engineering business where you'll gain exposure to production, R&D and customer projects, we'd love to hear from you.
Production Engineer in Northwich employer: Howard James Recruitment Consultancy Ltd
Join an innovative engineering company that is at the forefront of designing and manufacturing specialist subsea coupling and connector systems for leading energy organisations. With a dynamic work culture that encourages hands-on experience and collaboration, you'll have the opportunity to grow your skills across production, testing, and R&D projects while contributing to meaningful advancements in engineering. The company values employee development and offers a supportive environment where no two days are the same, making it an ideal place for engineers eager to broaden their expertise and make a real impact.
Contact Details:
Howard James Recruitment Consultancy Ltd Recruitment Team
