Production Design Engineer

Dynamic and Experienced Production Design Engineer required for Precision Engineering Manufacturer based in Plymouth. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in bringing new products to the market and will focus on the development of the product and the process.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an employer that fosters a culture of Innovation, Collaboration and Excellence. Please note that due to the nature of our client’s business, security clearance may be required.

Key Role Responsibilities will include:

• Collaborate with design and engineering teams to ensure new products are manufacturable.
• Develop and implement efficient production processes for new products.
• Create manufacturing plans, including bill of materials and production schedules.
• Proactively identify and mitigate potential manufacturing risks.
• Design and implement robust gauging solutions.
• Support production launch and ramp-up of new products.
• Continuously improve manufacturing processes to optimise quality and efficiency.

Essential Knowledge, Experience and Candidate Attributes required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechancial Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of three years experience in a similar role in a Manufacturing or Precision Engineering environment.
• Experience with new product introduction (NPI) processes.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing principles and processes.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills coupled with strong mathmateical experience.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Beneficial Experience:

• Experience with soft machining and hard machining processes would be beneficial.
• Experience with MathCAD would be beneficial.
• CAD experience would be beneficial, SolidWorks preferred.

Benefits on Offer:

• Competitive Salary.
• 25 days holiday + 8 days bank holiday.
• Investment in Professional Development.
• Engagement and Rewards platform with access to discounts at over 100 retailers.
• Free on site parking with electric charging points available.
• Subsidised canteen.

Please note, our client does not have a Skilled Worker Sponsorship Licence therefore to apply for this role, it is essential that candidates have the immediate right to work in the UK.

If you have the Experience and Qualifications listed above, please submit an up to date CV by using the ‘apply’ button below.

For an informal chat, please phone (phone number removed) and ask for Samantha Luxton. Many thanks for your interest.