Lead Production Engineer

Lead Production Engineer

Full-Time 36000 - 44000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead production engineering and ensure top-notch quality in manufacturing processes.
  • Company: Join a renowned company in the Defence and Security markets.
  • Benefits: Enjoy 23 days holiday, flexible working, and excellent training opportunities.
  • Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for career growth and development.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in high-tech projects and lead innovative solutions.
  • Qualifications: Degree in Electronics Engineering or equivalent experience required.

The predicted salary is between 36000 - 44000 Β£ per year.

In this role, you will provide technical leadership for production and manufacturing activities, supports new product introduction (NPI), and ensures compliance with quality, safety, and customer requirements.

Working closely with manufacturing leadership, the Principal Production Engineer will develop and implement Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Test (DFT) solutions, ensuring products can be manufactured efficiently, reliably, and cost-effectively.

Poynton has a strong heritage in the global Defence and Security markets.

Our team specialises in the manufacture of a diverse range of high quality products, including Satellite Communication systems, Power Management Control solutions, Surveillance technologies and Counter IED equipment.

The role will involve

  • Act as the primary technical point of contact for customers.
  • Provide technical leadership and guidance manufacturing activities.
  • Support new product introduction and transition from design to manufacture.
  • Liaise with manufacturing leaders to develop robust DFM and DFT strategies.
  • Produce and maintain production build documentation, work instructions, and test procedures.
  • Ensure manufacturing and test processes meet customer requirements.
  • Identify and implement improvements to enhance quality, efficiency, and productivity.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Preferably a Degree in Electronics Engineering or HNC equivalent qualification and experience.
  • Time-served engineer with extensive experience in a relevant engineering discipline.
  • Experience within bespoke electronics / electromechanical manufacturing environments.
  • Preferably, experience working with RF systems, subsystems, and associated test equipment.
  • Strong understanding of DFM, DFT.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other PC-based software applications.

We offer 23 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays & Flex Days), early finish on a Friday, Flexible working opportunities, Company Pension Scheme, Health Cash Back Scheme, a range of discounts and excellent training and development opportunities.

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Lead Production Engineer employer: Mane Energy

As a Garage Equipment Engineer with us, you'll enjoy the flexibility of working from home while maintaining a healthy work-life balance, with no overnight stays required. Our supportive work culture prioritises employee well-being, offering voluntary overtime and paid travel time, alongside opportunities for professional growth and attractive bonuses that reward your hard work.

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Contact Details:

Mane Energy Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Lead Production Engineer

Technical Leadership
New Product Introduction (NPI)
Design for Manufacture (DFM)
Design for Test (DFT)
Manufacturing Compliance
Production Build Documentation
Work Instructions