Production Engineer

Full Job Description

Job Title: Production Engineer

Location: Sandwich, Kent

Salary: Depending on experience

Security Clearance: UK SC Clearance or eligibility to obtain.

Our client is one of the premier suppliers and system integrators of support equipment for military and commercial electro-optical sensors globally. They're seeking a Production Engineer to coordinate production engineering processes from final design phase to full production release.

Responsibilities

* Manage design, modification, and maintenance standards for manufacturing equipment and processes.

* Develop and implement production plans, build documentation, and route cards for engineering projects.

* Contribute to Operations Department strategy development.

* Coordinate cross-functional activities to address manufacturing issues.

* Implement best practices to enhance production capacity, quality, and reliability.

* Support continuous improvement initiatives and NPI efforts.

* Oversee production engineering tasks for ToT projects.

* Conduct customer and supplier visits as needed, requiring a valid driving license.

* Develop operating instructions and equipment specifications for production.

Skills & Experience

* Technical Degree/equivalent qualification or experience

* Applies process engineering principles, concepts, and standards effectively.

* Reacts promptly to production demand changes, implementing timely solutions.

* Proficient in interpreting engineering drawings and understanding Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T).

* UK Drivers License