Production Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Production Engineer to join our team at the LH Group (a Division of Wabtec UK Ltd) based in Burton on Trent. We support our customers through maintenance and operation optimisation with customised solutions for spare parts, repair, and overhaul activities on existing trains.

Salary: £Competitive

Address: Graycar Business Park, Barton under Needwood, Burton on Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 8EN

Location: On-site

Hours: Monday to Thursday, 08:00am to 16:30pm, and Friday 08:00am to 13:00pm

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays (plus 8 bank holidays)

The role will initially be split across two sites: Doncaster and Barton-under-Needwood. For approximately the first 12 months, the position will be primarily based at the Doncaster site to support with the transfer of work. Following this period, the role will transition to be based at our Barton-under-Needwood site on a permanent basis. Regular travel between both locations may be required during the initial phase.

This role will serve as a key link between the Operations and the Engineering teams. Responsibilities include:

• Ensuring the correct interpretation of drawings and technical instructions.
• Communicating issues back and working in conjunction with the engineering team to resolve problems.
• Engaging with the shift operational team to understand production losses and issues.
• Using industry standard problem solving tools (Lean Manufacturing) to resolve issues.
• Using data analysis to understand production losses.
• Scoping out projects to tackle production losses and leading these to resolve the issues.
• Supporting the coaching of line operators in developed standards and equipment/line mastery.
• Supporting the tender and bid team with production hours and definitions.
• Supporting the operational excellence team with task profiles and order of tasks.
• Supporting the planning function on reviewing planned vs actual task hours along with driving improvement actions.
• Acting on production problems and AAW to provide clarity of instruction.

Do you have a Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree, HNC or HND? Formally qualified engineer, ideally with a background in mechanical and electrical disciplines. Previously worked in a fast paced changing environment with a large volume of AAW, whilst still striving to meet customer demand. Proven influencer who can get the best out of people and teams at all levels within the business. Prior knowledge of rail vehicles and associated systems is desirable, although not essential.

If you don’t have all the above criteria don’t worry, we would still like to hear from you as we live our values always put people first, and strive to expand what is possible. Apply today!

Legal authorisation to work in the UK is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world.

Wabtec is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.