Product Engineer

Plexus; Kelso; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Enhanced pension contributions

Life assurance

33 days annual leave

EV and Cycle to Work schemes

Job summary

Plexus is seeking a Manufacturing Product Engineer to optimize products and bridge design with scalable manufacturing. You will validate equipment, mentor peers and act as the lead technical expert for complex programs.

Role focuses on cost-effective manufacturing, data-driven improvements and ensuring high quality, timely delivery while maintaining industry standards. Hybrid options available at select sites.

Qualifications

• Education: HNC or Bachelors Degree in Engineering with hands-on manufacturing experience.
• Analytical mindset with data analysis, root-cause troubleshooting, structured design and statistical analysis.
• FMEA creation and maintenance; strong understanding of customer data packs (A/B, BOMs).
• Hands-on tooling knowledge and familiarity with manufacturing equipment and measurement tools.

Responsibilities

• Design & optimize manufacturing solutions and new product designs meeting specs and quality benchmarks.
• Oversee equipment, conduct validations and lead product verification testing with lab tools.
• Drive continuous improvement using SPC to reduce waste and increase yields.
• Collaborate across cross-functional teams; translate requirements into shop-floor execution.
• Create thorough product documentation, specifications, and change-management records.

Skills

Analytical Mindset

Hands-on Tooling Knowledge

Communication & Teamwork

Self-Starter Drive

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

HNC in Engineering

Tools

Precision measurement instruments

Job description

About usAt Plexus, our vision is to help create the products that build a better world. By embracing an innovative culture of excellence, we pride ourselves on designing, manufacturing and servicing some of the world’s most transformative products. From life-saving medical technology and mission-critical defense solutions to sophisticated industrial automation, we’re proud to partner with our customers to bring their complex ideas to market.Visit Plexus.com to learn more about our unwavering commitment to our vision.Living Our ValuesWith a vision rooted in the wellbeing and inclusive engagement of our team members, our customers, their end users and our communities, people are the heart of what we do and who we are. Our values unite and guide us in everything that we do.Our values include: Growing our People, Building Belonging, Innovating Responsibly, Delivering Excellence and Creating Customer Success.As part of our team, you’ll do impactful work within an inclusive environment where everyone works together to achieve extraordinary outcomes. You’ll be empowered to reach your full potential through managing your own personalised development plan and access to our learning and development programs.Shape the Future of Advanced ManufacturingAre you an engineer with a knack for product optimization and hands-on problem-solving? We are looking for a Manufacturing Product Engineer to drive production excellence, bridge product design with scalable manufacturing, and ensure our products meet the highest standards of quality, delivery and cost.In this role, you won’t just maintain the status quo—you will optimize products, validate cutting-edge equipment, mentor peers, and serve as the lead technical expert for complex manufacturing programs.What You’ll DoDesign & Optimize: Develop cost-effective, robust manufacturing solutions and new product designs that consistently meet customer specifications and quality benchmarks.Product & Equipment Ownership: Oversee equipment, conduct validations, and lead product verification testing using specialized lab and measurement tools.Continuous Improvement: Leverage data-driven insights and Statistical Product Control (SPC) to identify bottlenecks, reduce waste, and increase yields.Technical Collaboration: Act as the primary technical point of contact across cross-functional teams, translating complex product requirements into seamless shop-floor execution.Documentation & Compliance: Create thorough product documentation, specifications, and change management records that adhere to strict quality standards.Knowledge Sharing: Build your own area of technical specialization while mentoring junior team members.What You BringEducation & Experience: HNC or Bachelors Degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline, paired with hands-on manufacturing or Manufacturing Engineering experience (an equivalent mix of education and experience will be considered).Analytical Mindset: Proven background in data analysis, root-cause troubleshooting, structured design, and statistical analysis. Strong understanding of customer data pack analysis (Assembly drawings, Bills of Materials, supporting documents) and FMEA creation and maintenance.Hands-on Tooling Knowledge: Familiarity with hand tools, manufacturing equipment, and precision measurement instruments.Communication & Teamwork: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the confidence to collaborate directly with customers and production teams alike.Self-Starter Drive: Ability to take ownership of assigned product phases and run with projects independently.Why Join Us?Meaningful Impact: Play a pivotal role in taking advanced products from blueprint to finished reality.Career Growth: Expand your technical depth with opportunities to specialize and lead within a collaborative engineering culture.Balanced Schedule: Standard operational focus with no routine travel requirements.Your Rewards and WellbeingWe believe in rewarding your contribution with a comprehensive package designed to support your life both inside and outside of work.Growth: Bespoke development plans and volunteer time offHealth: Private medical insurance, Employee Assistance Program and vision careWealth: Enhanced pension contributions, life assurance, and group income protectionLifestyle: Electric Vehicle and Cycle to Work schemes, plus 33 days of annual leaveApplication ProcessAt Plexus, we don't look for culture fit, we look for culture add. We value the unique perspectives you bring and review every candidate holistically, balancing professional experience, education and individual journey.Accessibility and AccommodationsAs a Disability Confident employer, we recruit purely on the basis of skills and merit, ensuring an equitable process for everyone. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities or special requirements. If you require support during the application process, please contact us at [e-mail] with your contact information and a description of your needs.Note: This inbox is dedicated to accommodation requests; please note that application status updates cannot be provided via this address.