Production Engineer

Orion Electrotech; Cliddesden; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electronics manufacturer is seeking a Production Engineer to support new product introductions (NPI) and ongoing production in Basingstoke. The successful candidate will own production processes, implement robust methodologies, and collaborate with teams to ensure smooth operations. Strong experience in electronics manufacturing and excellent communication skills are essential for this pivotal role.

Qualifications

• Experience in production engineering and process control within electronics manufacturing.
• Familiarity with ICT and functional test.
• Excellent organisation, communication, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of production engineering processes, focusing on NPI activity.
• Develop and implement robust DFM/DFX processes.
• Collaborate with production, planning, and quality teams.

Skills

Production engineering

Process control

Technical documentation

Lean Six Sigma

IPC standards knowledge

Job description

The Opportunity

Location: Basingstoke

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 Bonus

We're working with a leading electronics manufacturer to recruit a Production Engineer. This is a pivotal role where you'll support both new product introductions (NPI) and ongoing production, ensuring robust processes and smooth delivery in a modern PCB manufacturing environment.

If you want to play a key role in shaping production excellence while working across exciting, technology-led projects, this role offers just that.

The Role

• Take ownership of production engineering processes, with a strong focus on NPI activity.
• Develop and implement robust DFM/DFX processes to ensure smooth new product launches.
• Review technical requirements during bid/quote phases.
• Define, document, and verify detailed process flows for both NPI and production.
• Produce technical instructions and develop tooling to support the production process.
• Collaborate with production, planning, and quality teams to deliver orders successfully.
• Support the introduction of new manufacturing techniques, capital equipment, and test processes.
• Liaise directly with customers on production and test requirements, including ICT.

What You'll Bring

• Experience in production engineering and process control within electronics manufacturing.
• Understanding of PCBA production - desirable.
• Familiarity with ICT and functional test.
• Solid knowledge of IPC standards is desirable
• Experience creating process flows, work instructions, and technical documentation.
• Excellent organisation, communication, and attention to detail.

Desirable

• Lean Six Sigma certification
• Familiarity with TQM/continuous improvement
• Experience with AS9100 standards

Why Apply?

• Work in a cutting-edge manufacturing facility with state-of-the-art processes.
• Join a forward-thinking team with exposure to leading OEMs and technology-driven clients.
• Play a vital role in both NPI launches and ongoing production success.

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