Manufacturing/Production Engineer
CHARLES AUSTEN PUMPS LTD - Welwyn Garden City, England
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Job Description We are looking for a Production/Manufacturing Engineer with both technical and problem-solving experience within a specialised electro-mechanical assembly & test environment. This role primarily supports the production of a range of standard and specialist pump assemblies and requires the ability to lead the development of new and existing manufacturing processes. Experience in ATE (Automated test equipment) or similar is desired, but not essential. The role will be based at our Welwyn Garden City site.Knowledge, Skills & Experience:Work with the Operations Team to improve the efficiency of the manufacturing processes.Experienced in implementing modern manufacturing methods (Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing) and effectively apply them to reduce lead times and subsequently improve quality, on-time delivery and cost to the customer.Continuously work to reduce the levels of process scrap and rework through improved workflow techniques based on root cause analysis data (ideally 8D problem solving technique).Competent in CAD and good working knowledge of SolidWorks.Update the production BOMs on ERP system (Sage).Implement, control and manage ECRs, NPIVs APs & PFRs.Design and control of process data, jigs & fixtures & packing specifications. Preparation/updating of new/existing manufacturing process documentation (SOPs) and associated tooling required for product manufacture.Work within Company guidelines and contribute to their development, the objective being to maximise Company efficiency whilst meeting customer requirements.Promote the Company Health and Safety policy and practices in all areas of the working environment. Good level of knowledge for Microsoft Office packages.Excellent time management and task prioritisation skills are essential with the ability to juggle various tasks.Desirables Proven experience within an electro-mechanical manufacturing environment.Experience working with Electronics/Programming Data Acquisition.Understanding and experience in a manufacturing/process driven environment ideal.Experience working with an MRP system (Sage 200 preferable).
Created: 2026-03-20