Production Engineer

Lucy Group; Sowerby Bridge; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm located in Sowerby Bridge is seeking a candidate to manage manufacturing processes while ensuring cost and quality specifications are met. Responsibilities include managing efficiency projects, providing technical support, and designing production processes. The ideal candidate will possess experience in people management, project management, and engineering, along with a relevant qualification such as HNC or HND in Mechanical Engineering. A competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Experienced in people management and leading teams.
• Significant engineering and production experience.
• Proficient with MRP systems.

Responsibilities

• Project manage major efficiency projects.
• Provide technical support to all manufacturing processes.
• Design Manufacturing and Assembly cells.

Skills

People management

Project management

MS Office proficiency

Cost saving experience

Legislative compliance knowledge

Education

HNC / HND in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Job Purpose

To ensure manufacturing processes can meet the cost and quality specifications required. To lead manufacturing projects introducing cost savings, quality improvements, lead-time improvements or new production competencies. Design production processes to create flow.

Business Overview

Part of Lucy Group, Lucy Electric is a global leader in intelligent secondary power distribution. Lucy Electric EV Infrastructure Ltd is a newly formed business entity that brings our 125-year heritage in switchgear to the world of e-mobility. We support a range of customers – particularly Independent Connection Providers (ICPs) and Charge Point Operators (CPOs) – with innovative, future‑ready infrastructure to support EV charging. From package substations and ultra‑high‑capacity feeder pillars for supercharging hubs, to compact residential units designed for driveways, every product is engineered for safety, built to handle tomorrow’s loads, and smart enough to integrate seamlessly with modern monitoring systems. Lucy Electric is not only engineering the grid for the EV era but powering the future of e-mobility.

Job Dimensions

• Geographic scope – Sowerby Bridge production and assembly areas
• Direct Interface with all other members of the LEEVI Operations Management Team
• Day to day engagement with Commercial, Design, Quality & HR
• Factory visit management as required

Key Accountabilities

• Project manage major efficiency projects.
• Provide technical support to all LEEVI manufacturing and assembly processes including identifying new tool and jig requirements
• Design Manufacturing and Assembly cells and work with the production team for a successful implementation.
• Discover, investigate, recommend and implement new manufacturing processes and technologies.
• Raise capital expenditure proposals for required plant and equipment to improve quality and reduce cost.
• Take lead on the introduction of new products into LEEVI and ensure they are ready for manufacture
• Cost new / existing products for material usage and standard labour.
• Create, update / maintain build procedures for all LEEVI products.
• Be responsible for management, repair and modification all jigs, fixtures, press tools and mould tools and update the tool database
• Identify cost saving opportunities.
• Create Safe Working Procedures and Risk assessments for new processes and equipment.
• Raise ECR’s and Concessions as required.
• Action ECN's as required in terms of manufacturing engineering responsibilities, build procedures or tooling mods.
• Sell and removal surplus plant and equipment.
• Provide practical training in assembly procedures.

Secondary Activities / Tasks

• To undertake any other duties and responsibilities as required / instructed in order to maintain and/or improve the efficiency, quality and service provided by the Operations Department.
• Health & Safety – adherence to all Company Health & Safety Policies, Procedures and Safe Working Practices.
• To undertake business travel within the UK and overseas when required.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Experience

Essential

• Experienced in people management and team leadership
• Significant engineering and production experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and MRP systems.
• Proven record of project management
• Experience of product costing and cost saving
• Demonstrable knowledge of legislative, health and safety and compliance issues

Desirable

• Lean Co-ordinator
• Trained risk assessor
• In depth understanding of plastic moulding processes

Behavioural Competencies

• Good People Management skills
• Excellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills Man Management skills
• Good facilitator or team member as required

Other Requirements

• HNC / HND in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.