Production Engineer

Andrecruit Group Ltd; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic engineering firm is seeking a Production Engineer for a permanent role in Canterbury, focusing on identifying bottlenecks and improving productivity, quality, and safety. The ideal candidate will have a relevant HND/HNC qualification, CAD experience, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Responsibilities include working on R&D projects, creating process documentation, and implementing lean practices. A competitive salary of £35,000-£40,000 is offered, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• HND/HNC qualified or equivalent experience in Engineering, Science or a related field.
• Experience as a Production Engineer within product development.
• Ability to read engineering drawings.
• Experience using 2D/3D CAD ideally.
• Proactive hands-on problem solver.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Ability to work well individually and as part of a team.
• Experience with Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Work on both existing and new R&D projects.
• Create and maintain controlled documentation such as process flows, tool drawings, component specs, BOMs and work instructions.
• Develop and implement best practices and solutions with the Lean team.
• Design jigs and fixtures for innovative manufacturing solutions.
• Assemble electro-mechanical assemblies according to drawings.
• Participate in NPI reviews for efficient design release.
• Deliver continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Present ideas for improving production processes.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Lean manufacturing

Teamwork

CAD proficiency

Education

HND/HNC in Engineering or related field

Tools

2D/3D CAD software

Job description

Production Engineer

Location: Canterbury

Term: Permanent

Salary: £35,000-£40,000 dependent on experience

My client is looking for a Production Engineer to join their business on a permanent basis in the Canterbury area. The role will involve identifying bottlenecks and eliminating non‑value added activities, making improvements to productivity, cost, quality and health & safety.

Desired Attributes

• HND/HNC qualified or equivalent experience in Engineering, Science or a related field
• Experience working as a Production Engineer within product development in a similar environment
• Ability to read engineering drawings
• Experience using 2D/3D CAD ideally
• Proactive hands‑on problem solver
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Ability to work well individually as well as part of a team
• Experience with Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement

Responsibilities

• Work on both existing and new R&D projects
• Create and maintain controlled documentation such as process flows, tool drawings, component specs, BOMs and work instructions
• Work closely with the Lean team to develop and implement best practices, routines and solutions to improve production rates, quality and output
• Come up with innovative manufacturing solutions for parts, designing jigs and fixtures where necessary
• Assembly and wire electro‑mechanical assemblies with reference to assembly drawings, BOMs and wiring/schematic drawings
• Participate in NPI reviews to ensure only the most production‑efficient designs are released into production
• Deliver continuous improvement, operational excellence, and lean improvements
• Identify and present ideas for improving production processes, improving profitability, quality and throughput or H&S

If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up‑to‑date CV as soon as possible, along with your availability and salary expectation.