Senior Production Engineer

Job Description Senior Production EngineerCumbria 45,000-55,000 per year - Full-time, Permanent - On-siteAbout the roleWe are looking for a Senior Production Engineer to lead smooth new product introduction (NPI) into our operations environment, ensuring products move from design to manufacture efficiently and reliably. You will provide hands-on technical support to Engineering and Operations, improving existing processes and resolving technical issues to enhance quality, cost and delivery performance. Key responsibilitiesProduce CAD drawings, SOPs and written build/test specifications to guide the Operations team in effective and efficient product assembly and test. Support Operations to resolve technical issues, fully documenting investigations, and develop robust production processes and product improvements that reduce cost and improve reliability while maintaining quality standards. Design, develop, document and improve tooling and test jigs, liaising closely with design and manufacturing teams to ensure product quality and operational productivity. Review and update product and process documentation and ERP data, including bills of materials, routings and design change requests. Use statistical methods and data analysis to identify process weaknesses, generate and track KPIs, and propose and implement corrective actions. What were looking forDegree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent. Strong engineering background with significant experience in a design and manufacturing environment, ideally within an SME electronics manufacturing setting. Proven experience of 3D CAD at component level. Security Clearable - UK Citizens can only be considered for this positionSkills and knowledgeLean manufacturing or Six Sigma qualifications (preferred).! Knowledge of IFS ERP and Microsoft SharePoint (advantageous).! Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook. Understanding of AS9100 and ISO9001 quality standards. Effective oral and written communication skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional problem-solving teams. Personal attributesCommitted, dedicated and proactive, with a strong results focus. Able to multitask, manage priorities and meet tight deadlines without losing attention to detail. Strong people skills, collaborative approach and confident leading problem-solving activities.Work environmentYou will be based in the Production Engineering department, working closely with Operations on the shop floor. The environment includes low-voltage equipment, high-temperature test equipment, and chemicals/solvents used in the manufacturing process, so a strong safety mindset is essential. Salary, benefits and location4 day working week M-TBenefits: company pension, free on-site parking. Location: on-site, in-person role. Candidates will need to be security clearable UK Citizens or foreign nationals with 5 years continuous residency in the UK required. If you are a Senior Production Engineer with strong NPI, 3D CAD and manufacturing experience looking to take ownership in a growing electronics manufacturing business, wed like to hear from you.

Created: 2026-03-08