Production Engineer

Redline UK; Newbury; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Redline UK in Berkshire is seeking a Production Engineer to support the introduction of new products, improve manufacturing processes and drive continuous improvement across the electronics manufacturing operation. You will work with Production, Quality, Purchasing and Sales to ensure successful NPI and ongoing production support.

Key duties include building procedures, SMT programming, AOI/X-ray inspection planning, supplier interactions and ongoing process optimisation for quality and

Qualifications

• Experience in Production/Manufacturing/Process Engineer role in electronics.
• Knowledge of PCB assembly: SMT and THT.
• Experience with SMT programming, AOI, selective soldering, or X-ray inspection.

Responsibilities

• Prepare build procedures, build packs, and production documentation for kit release.
• Create and maintain SMT machine programmes for new and existing products.
• Generate AOI programme data to support efficient inspection processes.
• Develop and maintain selective soldering programmes.
• Create and review X-ray inspection programmes where required.
• Investigate manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support NPI activities and smooth transition into production.
• Collaborate with customers and suppliers to resolve technical/production issues.
• Evaluate supplier solutions to improve manufacturing efficiency.
• Support maintenance, calibration, and quality activities.
• Assist with customer returns investigations and root cause analysis.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and consistency.

Skills

PCB assembly

SMT programming

AOI programming

X-ray inspection

NPI support

Continuous improvement

Tools

Gerber data

Job description

Our client, a well-established electronics manufacturing services provider, is looking for a Production Engineer to join their team on a permanent basis in Berkshire.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing electronics manufacturing business operating from a modern facility, supporting the introduction and manufacture of high-quality electronic assemblies for customers across a wide range of industrial sectors. Working closely with Production, Quality, Purchasing and Sales, you will play a key role in supporting new product introduction (NPI), improving manufacturing processes, and driving continuous improvement across the business.

Key responsibilities of the Production Engineer job in Berkshire:

• Prepare build procedures, build packs, and associated production documentation to support kit release.
• Create and maintain SMT machine programmes for new and existing products.
• Generate AOI programme data to support efficient inspection processes.
• Develop and maintain selective soldering programmes.
• Create and review X-ray inspection programmes where required.
• Investigate manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for quality and process improvements.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities and ensure a smooth transition into production.
• Work with customers and suppliers to resolve technical and production-related issues.
• Evaluate supplier solutions to improve manufacturing efficiency and capability.
• Support maintenance, calibration, and quality activities across the manufacturing operation.
• Assist with customer returns investigations and root cause analysis.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, consistency, and manufacturing performance.

Experience required for the Production Engineer job in Berkshire:

• Experience in a Production Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Process Engineer, or similar electronics manufacturing role.
• Good knowledge of PCB assembly processes, including SMT and THT.
• Basic understanding of PCB technologies and electronic manufacturing processes.
• Experience supporting electronic production test processes.
• Understanding of mechanical assembly processes; cable assembly knowledge would be advantageous.
• Experience interpreting customer Bills of Materials (BOMs), Gerber data, and assembly drawings.
• Experience with SMT programming, AOI programming, selective soldering, and/or X-ray inspection would be highly desirable.
• Knowledge of IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, and/or IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards would be advantageous.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with customers, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Outlook and Excel, with the ability to learn specialist manufacturing software.
• Strong organisational skills, excellent attention to detail, and a continuous improvement mindset.