Production Engineer in Droitwich

Energy Jobline CVL; Droitwich Spa; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Production Engineer for a permanent role in Droitwich. This position involves managing new product introductions and enhancing production processes within a manufacturing company specializing in plastic products. Ideal candidates will have a strong engineering background, particularly in CNC machining or plastic moulding. Ready to elevate your career with this exciting opportunity.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes (CNC, tooling, moulding, or forming).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and basic CAD software.
• Eager to learn and develop in the role.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full New Product Introduction (NPI) process.
• Review CAD data and technical drawings for efficiency.
• Liaise with toolmakers and suppliers for tooling trials.
• Develop manufacturing processes to improve quality and speed.
• Support production teams with technical input.

Skills

Understanding of manufacturing processes

Ability to read engineering drawings

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Basic CAD software knowledge

Self-motivation

Continuous improvement mindset

Experience in tooling and process development

Working knowledge of SolidWorks

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

Production Engineer

Droitwich

Permanent

Circa £35,000

We are recruiting for a Production Engineer on a permanent basis for our client based in Droitwich. Our client is a well established and respected manufacturer, specialising within plastic products. They are a company that encourages curiosity, craftmanship and collaboration, delivering across a number of industries.

This role presents a fantastic opportunity for someone who has worked their way up through a hands‑on engineering background, such as CNC machining or plastic moulding, and is now ready to take the next step in their engineering career.

You’ll use your practical manufacturing experience and developing engineering knowledge to manage new product introductions (NPI) and improve existing production processes.

Working closely with toolmakers, customers, and internal teams, you’ll ensure every new project runs smoothly, from design concept through to customer sign‑off and full production.

Key duties of the Production Engineer

• Manage the full New Product Introduction (NPI) process – from design to production handover.
• Review CAD data and technical drawings to ensure parts can be manufactured efficiently.
• Liaise with toolmakers and suppliers, overseeing tooling builds and trials.
• Develop and fine‑tune manufacturing processes to improve quality, speed, and consistency.
• Analyse tool trials and dimensional reports, making data‑driven process improvements.
• Create clear process documentation, setup sheets, and work instructions.
• Support production teams, providing technical input to solve tooling or process issues.
• Work closely with customers to ensure products meet specifications and quality expectations.

Experience needed for the successful Production Engineer

• HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering or similar.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes (CNC, tooling, moulding, or forming).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and CAD data.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and basic CAD software.
• Self‑motivated with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Experience managing or supporting tooling and process development projects.
• Working knowledge of SolidWorks and GD&T principles.
• Eager to learn and develop in the role.

If you are interested in this opportunity as a Production Engineer, please apply now.

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