We are supporting our client to find a Production Engineer to join their emerging family run electronics manufacturing business!

Roles and Responsibilities:

Provide rapid technical support to in-house production teams and subcontract manufacturers to minimise downtime and resolve non-conformances
Support PCBA and final assembly processes, including test setup, troubleshooting, and occasional test execution
Assist with root-cause analysis and structured problem-solving (e.g., 8D, 5 Whys)
Create and maintain build documentation, work instructions, and test specifications
Maintain Bills of Materials (BoMs), concessions, permits, and product changes through the Change Request process
Produce and update 2D and 3D drawings for manufacturing, tooling, and subcontract requirements
Ensure team compliance with COSHH assessments and safety responsibilities
Design and build tooling, jigs, fixtures, and equipment to support efficient production
Identify and implement process improvements within the department, supporting Lean initiatives such as 5S
Contribute to the development of new manufacturing processes, test equipment, and test software

Ideal Candidate:

Knowledge of electronics at component level and the ability to read circuit diagrams, wiring schedules, mechanical drawings, and Gerber files
Experience in electronic manufacturing & PCBA processes
Basic test and fault-finding skills
Experience using CAD software (2D / 3D) preferred
Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently with excellent attention to detail
Computer literate, with the ability to use all aspects of MS Office
Awareness of IPC-A-610 (desirable)
Awareness of ESD requirements in the Electronic Industry (desirable)
Some knowledge of MRP / ERP systems (desirable)
Understanding of root-cause analysis tools (desirable)
Experience with 3D printers or a mechanical engineering background (desirable)

Benefits:

36.5 hours per week with flexible start and finish times
25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing annually to a maximum of 30 days plus bank holidays
One-month paid sabbatical every six years
Opportunities for training and professional development

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