Production Engineer

Octagon Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering organisation in Hayes, Middlesex is seeking an experienced Production Engineer to support the entire product lifecycle. You will produce manufacturing flow diagrams, design tooling for manufacturability, and ensure products are manufactured to high quality standards. Candidates should hold an engineering qualification and have experience with CAD systems and familiarity with IPC standards. This full-time role offers exciting opportunities in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• HNC, degree, or equivalent qualification in Production, Manufacturing, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with CAD systems and MRP.
• Familiarity with IPC standards, ISO 9001, and ESD controls.

Responsibilities

• Producing manufacturing flow diagrams and estimating manpower requirements.
• Designing fixtures, tooling, and packaging for manufacturability.
• Supporting the transition of new products into operations.
• Generating manufacturing instructions and technical rework documentation.

Skills

Technical knowledge

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving

Continuous improvement

Education

HNC or degree in Production, Manufacturing, or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD systems (Siemens NX or equivalent)

MRP systems (JDE Oracle or similar)

Job description

Production Engineer Job – Hayes, Middlesex

A leading engineering and manufacturing organisation based in Hayes, Middlesex is currently seeking an experienced Production Engineer to join their high-performing team. This full-time role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the transition of advanced product designs into robust, scalable manufacturing processes.

The Production Engineer in Hayes, Middlesex will play a key role in supporting the entire product lifecycle—from initial concept and prototyping to full production—ensuring products are efficiently and effectively manufactured to the highest quality standards. Working in a cross-functional team environment, the role demands both technical knowledge and strong communication skills.

This opportunity in Hayes, Middlesex involves working closely with stakeholders in design, operations, programmes, and supply chain. The Production Engineer will manage manufacturing plans, track progress of data packs, and provide key inputs into tooling, resourcing, and training strategies. This is a hands‑on role for someone who thrives on problem‑solving and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities

• Producing manufacturing flow diagrams and estimating manpower requirements.
• Designing fixtures, tooling, and packaging for manufacturability.
• Supporting the transition of new products into operations.
• Generating manufacturing instructions and technical rework documentation.
• Applying design for manufacture (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA) principles.
• Collaborating on BOM structuring, change control, and cost reduction initiatives.

Qualifications

• HNC, degree, or equivalent qualification in Production, Manufacturing, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with CAD systems (Siemens NX or equivalent), MRP (JDE Oracle or similar), and change control tools.
• Familiarity with IPC standards, ISO 9001, and ESD controls.
• A background in electronics manufacturing including power supplies, PCBs, wire harnesses, and encapsulated assemblies.

This Production Engineer position in Hayes, Middlesex offers the chance to contribute to cutting‑edge engineering solutions in a supportive and dynamic environment. Security Clearance (SC) or eligibility for clearance is required.

Join a company that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth—apply today to be part of this exciting team in Hayes, Middlesex.