Production Engineer

TRS Consulting Services Limited; Lane End; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of laboratory equipment seeks a talented Production Engineer to enhance operations across their UK and China facilities. The successful candidate will facilitate project transitions from engineering to manufacturing, develop tooling and fixtures, provide equipment support, and drive cost-saving initiatives. A degree in engineering is required, along with proven experience in production environments. This role offers opportunities for professional growth and the chance to collaborate in a dynamic team setting.

Benefits

Excellent remuneration package

Comprehensive product training

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a production engineering environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Willingness to travel between the UK and China.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the effective handover of projects to manufacturing.
• Design and produce tooling, jigs, and fixtures.
• Create and maintain documentation for product manufacture.
• Provide engineering support for plant equipment.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and improve efficiency.
• Investigate and resolve quality issues in manufacturing.
• Monitor team tasks and ensure quality standards.

Skills

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively

Knowledge of manufacturing systems

Experience in cost optimisation

Education

Degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

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, offering full and comprehensive product training, excellent remuneration package, and opportunities for career progression.

The Company

My client is a worldwide leader in laboratory and scientific equipment and are trusted by customers in a wide range of pharmaceutical, medical and life sciences sectors to provide the best and most reliable equipment solutions in their sector.

Their healthcare division is an integral part of this global services and technology group, employing thousands of people worldwide. Offering 'best in class' solutions across a wide range of equipment, their success is based upon a commitment to world leading manufacturing facilities, outstanding product innovation, excellent customer care and the recruitment and development of good people.

The Role

We are looking for a talented Production Engineer to provide engineering support across all aspects of their manufacturing operations in the UK and China. This role will be integral to the handover of projects from the Engineering and Industrialisation department to the manufacturing environment. The Production Engineer will work closely with the Production Engineering team to ensure the successful implementation of new products and modifications, maintain the manufacturing facilities' equipment, and drive continuous improvement across the site.

With manufacturing facilities in both the UK and China, this organisation delivers high-quality solutions to a global customer base. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting their manufacturing operations and ensuring smooth transitions from engineering design to production.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Handover: Facilitate the effective handover of projects from the Engineering and Industrialisation department to manufacturing, ensuring smooth integration into production.
• Tooling and Fixtures Development: Design, identify, and produce tooling, jigs, and fixtures to support various teams across the manufacturing facility.
• Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation to guide the efficient manufacture of products.
• Manufacturing Support: Provide engineering support for all plant equipment, including machinery, tooling, rigs, and other production assets.
• Special Projects: Assist with sourcing and installation of new equipment for use in manufacturing. System design, fabrication of parts and system assembly.
• Cost Saving Initiatives: Identify areas for cost‑saving and implement strategies to improve efficiency and reduce operational costs.
• Quality Assurance: Investigate and resolve any quality issues within the manufacturing facility, ensuring adherence to company standards and specifications.
• Team Coordination: 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.

Your Background

• Qualifications: Degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience in a production engineering role.
• Experience: Proven experience in a production engineering environment, with a strong understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, and tooling design.
• Skills:
  • Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a cross‑functional team.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing systems, machinery, and quality control.
  • Experience in cost optimisation and identifying efficiencies.
• Travel: 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 as you are exposed to new technologies. You will receive constant support and guidance from senior management and your technical knowledge will be furthered through training courses.