Production Engineer - Machining & Automation

Bennett and Game Recruitment Ltd; Northam; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

26 days annual leave

Early finish on Fridays

Job summary

Bennett and Game Recruitment Ltd is a well-established manufacturer in the Bideford area seeking a Production Engineer to advance automation and CNC processes.

You will support the development of manufacturing and automation solutions, contribute to CAPEX projects, and design tooling and fixtures to improve production efficiency. The role offers training and clear career development within a regulated, precision engineering environment.

Qualifications

• Engineering qualification or equivalent manufacturing experience.
• Experience in manufacturing, production, CNC machining or engineering.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and tolerances.
• Experience with CAD/CAM or automation is advantageous (SolidWorks desirable).
• Good problem-solving and hands-on approach.
• Ability to communicate with internal teams, suppliers and customers.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and develop skills.

Responsibilities

• Support development and improvement of processes, machining operations and automation solutions.
• Research new manufacturing technologies and assist with improved processes and equipment.
• Support CAPEX projects with cost-benefit analyses and implementation.
• Design tooling, fixtures and workholding to improve production efficiency.
• Generate CAD models and drawings; support CAD/CAM programming and prove machining processes.
• Assist with new product introduction and process development.
• Collaborate with customers, suppliers and internal teams to resolve technical challenges.
• Drive continuous improvement for quality, cost and efficiency.
• Ensure processes meet quality and safety standards.

Skills

Engineering drawings

Tolerances

CAD/CAM

Automation

SolidWorks

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Engineering degree or HNC/HND

Tools

SolidWorks

CAD/CAM

Job description

Position: Production Engineer - Machining & Automation
Location: Bideford, Devon
Salary: 30,000 - 45,000 DOE

Our client is a well-established manufacturer of precision engineered components, supplying products into highly regulated industries. Due to continued investment in manufacturing technology, they are seeking a Production Engineer to join their engineering team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Production Engineer or an ambitious graduate/junior engineer looking to develop their career within advanced manufacturing. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on automation projects, CNC machining processes, CAD/CAM development and continuous improvement initiatives, with support and training available for the right individual.

Production Engineer Position Overview

• Support the development and improvement of manufacturing processes, machining operations and automation solutions.
• Research new manufacturing technologies and assist with the introduction of improved processes and equipment.
• Support CAPEX projects, including equipment reviews, cost-benefit analysis and implementation.
• Design and develop tooling, fixtures and workholding solutions to improve production efficiency.
• Generate CAD models, assemblies and technical drawings using appropriate design software.
• Support CAD/CAM programming activities and prove out machining processes.
• Assist with new product introduction, process development and technical problem-solving.
• Work closely with customers, suppliers and internal engineering teams to resolve technical challenges.
• Drive continuous improvement activities focused on quality, cost reduction and efficiency.
• Ensure manufacturing processes meet required quality and safety standards.

Production Engineer Position Requirements

• Engineering qualification (Degree/HNC/HND) or relevant manufacturing experience.
• Experience within a manufacturing, production, CNC machining or engineering environment.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and tolerances.
• Knowledge of CNC machining, CAD/CAM or automation would be advantageous.
• Experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks is desirable.
• Good problem-solving skills with a practical, hands-on approach.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal teams, suppliers and customers.
• A willingness to learn new technologies and develop technical skills.
• Experience with quality standards such as ISO 9001, AS9100 or IATF/TS16949 would be beneficial but not essential.

Production Engineer Position Remuneration

• Salary: 30,000 - 45,000 depending on experience.
• Full-time, permanent position.
• Monday to Thursday working pattern with an early finish on Fridays.
• 26 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
• Company pension.
• Excellent opportunity for career development within an advanced manufacturing environment.