Production Engineer

Insignis; Alfreton CP; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturing company in Derby is seeking a Production Engineer to support their manufacturing processes. The role involves engineering support, process improvements, and collaboration with production teams. Ideal candidates should have a background in mechanical or manufacturing engineering and experience in a hands-on production role. Competitive salary and opportunities for long-term progression are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive team environment

Opportunity for long-term progression

Qualifications

• Experience in a hands-on production engineering role.
• Familiar with assembly processes and workflow improvements.
• Comfortable collaborating with production teams.

Responsibilities

• Support daily production activities with engineering expertise.
• Assist in developing and improving manufacturing processes.
• Liaise with design and project engineering teams.
• Maintain production documentation and work instructions.
• Conduct root cause analysis for production issues.

Skills

Engineering background - mechanical or manufacturing preferred

Hands on production engineering experience

Familiar with sheet metal and light fabrication

Problem-solving abilities

Strong communicator

Job description

Production Engineer

Location: Derby
Salary: Up to 35,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: Mon - Thurs, 7:30am - 4:00pm Fri, 8:00am - 12:00pm

Company Overview:

We're working exclusively with a well-established manufacturer specialising in gas combustion systems and thermal engineering solutions. With a growing footprint in the UK and overseas, they are investing in their Derby operations and are now looking to add a hands on Production Engineer to support their day-to-day manufacturing and engineering processes.

The Role:

As Production Engineer, you'll play a key role in supporting the manufacturing process - from engineering support to process improvements and shop floor problem solving. This is a practical role requiring strong collaboration with production teams, design engineers, and quality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide engineering support for daily production activities.
• Assist in the development and improvement of manufacturing processes and workflows.
• Liaise with design and project engineering teams to ensure products are manufactured efficiently and to specification.
• Develop and maintain work instructions, assembly processes, and production documentation.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions related to production issues.
• Maintain a strong presence on the shop floor and act as the technical link between teams.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Engineering background - mechanical or manufacturing preferred.
• Experience in a hands on production engineering role (ideally in a small to mid-sized manufacturing environment).
• Familiar with sheet metal, light fabrication, or assembly processes.
• Comfortable working closely with shop-floor teams and solving practical challenges.
• Exposure to combustion, gas systems, burners, or HVAC is advantageous, but not essential.
• Strong communicator with a continuous improvement mindset.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary up to 35K
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to work with industry-leading thermal products
• Long-term progression potential in a stable, growing business

Interested?
If you're an engineer who enjoys solving problems and making things work better, we'd love to hear from you.