Production Engineer – Systems Integration

Saab AB; Fareham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the defence sector is seeking a Production Engineer for their Fareham unit. The role involves supporting the assembly and testing of remotely operated vehicles with a focus on process standardisation and compliance. Ideal candidates will have strong engineering backgrounds and hands-on experience in production settings, ensuring that products meet cost, quality, and time requirements.

Qualifications

• Multi-disciplined engineer with an electrical bias.
• Experience in low-volume, custom engineered products.
• Hands-on assembly, testing, and quality control.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analysis of current SOPs to identify gaps and outdated procedures.
• Standardise processes to ensure consistency and enhance collaboration.
• Provide technical support for production and assess compliance with standards.

Skills

Technical problem-solving

System engineering knowledge

Process standardisation

Data analysis

Education

HNC/HND or Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma Green Belt

Job description

Production Engineer – Systems Integration (REQ_34310) Fareham, England

Introduction

Saab UK is part of Scandinavia’s largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training.

The Role:

This role is part of our Saab Seaeye Business Unit in Fareham.

The role will aim to provide Production Engineering support for the final assembly and testing of remotely operated vehicles and systems, with a focus on clear, standardised process documentation. In addition, ensure appropriate production processes, equipment, and facilities are in place to safely and consistently manufacture products to meet cost, time, and quality requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct an analysis of current SOPs in the integration department to identify gaps, outdated procedures and areas for improvement.

Standardise process and procedures across the department to ensure consistency, reduce variation, and enhance cross-departmental collaboration.

Own, document and train others on manufacturing process and standards.

Attend SQCDP meetings and support a hands-on problem solving approach with Area Team Leader and Quality Engineering to achieve OTD and right first time objectives.

Assess compliance and adhere to safety/quality standards.

Providing technical support for production and production control.

Developing, optimising and implementing factory floor layouts/production cells.

Analyse data to drive continuous improvement of processes and workflows.

Skills and Experience:

Multi-disciplined engineer with an electrical bias and experience in test, pre-commissioning, and fault finding.

Background in low-volume, one-off engineered products and systems; ideal for Production, Project, or Delivery Engineers.

Strong mechanical, electrical, and systems engineering knowledge, especially for complex assemblies like ROVs.

Troubleshooting: Technical problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve production issues.

Minimum qualifications HNC/HND, Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience preferably in Electrical, Mechanical, Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.

Hands-on production support experience in assembly, testing, and quality control.

Relevant certifications (e.g., Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma Green Belt) are a plus; familiarity with hydraulics is also beneficial. Support and training is available for Working with Electrics, High Voltages, and Hydraulics.

By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.