Production Engineer

TRS Consulting Services Limited; Lane End; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global market leader in laboratory equipment is seeking a Production Engineer to facilitate project handovers, design tooling, and support manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate has a degree in Engineering and proven experience in production engineering. This role offers a competitive salary of £40K along with an excellent benefits package and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Comprehensive product training

Opportunities for career progression

Continual support and guidance from senior management

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a production engineering environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and equipment design.
• Experience in cost optimisation and identifying efficiencies.
• Willingness to travel between the UK and China.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the handover of projects from engineering to manufacturing.
• Design and produce tooling, jigs, and fixtures.
• Create documentation for efficient manufacture.
• Provide engineering support for all plant equipment.
• Assist with sourcing and installation of new equipment.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Investigate and resolve quality issues.
• Coordinate tasks and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Manufacturing processes knowledge

Cost optimization skills

Education

Degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Overview

Production Engineer – Scientific & Laboratory Equipment. £40K + Excellent Benefits Package.

An excellent opportunity for a Production Engineer or Manufacturing Engineer to join a global market leader in laboratory water purification systems. The role offers comprehensive product training, competitive remuneration, and opportunities for career progression.

The company is a worldwide leader in laboratory and scientific equipment, trusted by customers in the pharmaceutical, medical and life sciences sectors. Its healthcare division is part of a global services and technology group, employing thousands worldwide and delivering best‑in‑class equipment solutions based on world‑leading manufacturing facilities, product innovation, outstanding customer care and talent development.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate the effective handover of projects from the Engineering and Industrialisation department to manufacturing, ensuring smooth integration into production.
• Design, identify, and produce tooling, jigs, and fixtures to support various teams across the manufacturing facility.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation to guide efficient manufacture of products.
• Provide engineering support for all plant equipment, including machinery, tooling, rigs, and other production assets.
• Assist with sourcing, installation, system design, and fabrication of new equipment for use in manufacturing.
• Identify cost‑saving opportunities and implement strategies to improve efficiency and reduce operational costs.
• Investigate and resolve quality issues within the manufacturing facility, ensuring adherence to company standards and specifications.
• Coordinate tasks for the team, monitor work progress, and ensure quality standards are maintained; may take on a coaching or mentoring role for junior team members.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent production engineering experience.
• Proven experience in a production engineering environment with strong understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment and tooling design.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a cross‑functional team.
• Knowledge of manufacturing systems, machinery and quality control.
• Experience in cost optimisation and identifying efficiencies.
• Willingness to travel between the UK and China to support production facilities.

Benefits

This is an excellent opportunity to join a world‑class water treatment equipment organisation. You will be joining a national team of Field Service Engineers who take great pride in their work and who aim to build upon long‑term relationships with customers. You will be continually challenged, exposed to new technologies, and receive constant support and guidance from senior management. Your technical knowledge will be furthered through training courses.