Manufacturing Production Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent start-up in the energy sector is seeking a Manufacturing Production Engineer to optimize production processes for innovative robotic systems. You'll manage production, lead a team, and ensure quality in assembly while contributing to the global energy transition through cutting-edge technology.

Benefits

Collaborative team environment

Leadership opportunities

Shape robotic technologies

Mission-driven projects

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in production/manufacturing engineering.
• Proven track record of process improvement.
• Experience managing supplier relationships and inventory systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate robotic system production and managing BOMs.
• Identify and implement improvements to production workflows.
• Manage build schedules and coordinate with R&D and Operations.

Skills

Process Improvement

Project Management

Quality Control

Technical Drawings Interpretation

Attention to Detail

Education

BSc in Mechatronics

BSc in Mechanical Engineering

BSc in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD (SolidWorks, Fusion 360)

ERP/MRP Systems

Job description

Job Description

About Us

AssetCool is a rapidly growing start-up in the Transmission and Distribution sector, pioneering cutting-edge robotic solutions for power line maintenance and upgrade. Our state-of-the-art power line coating robots can increase line capacity by up to 30% at just 5% of the cost of traditional reinforcement. With commercial projects underway across the UK, Europe, and North America, we are scaling rapidly to meet global demand and accelerate the energy transition.

We are building a future where hundreds to thousands of robots operate worldwide, enabling smarter, more sustainable power systems by reducing losses, managing noise, and extending the lifespan of critical grid infrastructure.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Manufacturing Production Engineer to lead and optimise the production of our next- robotic systems. You’ll take ownership of production processes, supervise a growing assembly team, and ensure our robots are built to the highest standards—ready for field deployment.

The role will include production management, process improvement, compliance, and early-stage automation—scaling up from small batch prototyping to consistent, high-quality outputs. This is a high-impact position, ideal for someone who is both hands-on and strategically minded, with strong technical and leadership skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Production Management: Coordinate robotic system production by managing BOMs, workflows, and supplier inputs to support efficient manufacturing at scale.
• Process Optimisation: Identify and implement improvements to production workflows, reducing build times, errors, and rework.
• Inventory Management: Take full ownership of stock control, procurement, and supply chain coordination.
• Team Building: Recruit, train, and lead a production team as manufacturing demand scales.
• Quality & Testing: Oversee quality control (QC), end-of-line testing, and performance validation.
• Automation & Tooling: Identify opportunities for production automation and tooling improvements to streamline repetitive tasks.
• Project Management: Manage build schedules, coordinate with R&D and Operations, and deliver against tight project timelines.
• Data Collection & Analysis: Develop structured approaches to gather and analyse production data to inform engineering and business decisions.
• Compliance: Ensure all production activities meet relevant regulatory, safety, and quality standards.
• Feedback to R&D: Generate Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) to relay insights from production to product development teams.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date assembly guides, test protocols, build records, and process documentation.
• Field Readiness: Support final integration and occasionally assist in field deployment and commissioning.

Required Experience & Skills

• BSc in Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a hands-on production or manufacturing engineering role, preferably in robotics, automotive, aerospace, or mechatronics.
• Proven track record of process improvement and implementing production best practices.
• Experience with inventory management, supplier relationships, and procurement systems.
• Demonstrated experience building and leading high-performance production teams.
• Strong attention to detail and quality control practices.
• Proficient in interpreting technical drawings, electrical schematics, and mechanical assembly documents.
• Working knowledge of production data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Excellent project management and organisational skills.

Desirable (but not essential)

• Experience in robotic or automation system production.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems.
• CAD proficiency (SolidWorks, Fusion 360).
• Exposure to ISO 9001 or similar compliance frameworks.
• Experience with Lean or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Clean UK driving licence and willingness to support field deployments.

Why Join AssetCool?

• Join a mission-driven company at the forefront of the global energy transition.
• Shape the development and scale-up of game-changing robotic technologies.
• Be part of a tight-knit, collaborative team solving real-world infrastructure challenges.
• Gain early leadership in a fast-growing company with global ambitions.
• Influence and build out a world-class production capability from the ground up.

If you are interested in this role, please apply with your CV and a short cover letter detailing how your experience aligns with this role.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where everyone can thrive, regardless of , disability, , marriage or civil partnership status, or maternity, , or belief, , or .

If you have a disability or any specific requirements that require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate your needs.

We are not looking for agency support currently.