Production Optimization Engineer

Johnson Matthey; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Great Yarmouth is looking for a motivated Production/Process Engineer to enhance manufacturing excellence in microelectronic package assembly. The role involves process development, collaboration with cross-disciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 3-5 years of experience in aerospace or electronics. This position offers opportunities for continuous improvement and technical support for production optimization.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3‑5 years’ experience in production or process engineering role.
• Strong understanding of microelectronic assembly processes.
• Familiarity with IPC standards and quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead process development and optimization for microelectronic assembly.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to implement manufacturing strategies.
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for production issues.

Skills

Diagnostic and complex problem‑solving

Process mapping

Equipment troubleshooting

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated Production/Process Engineer to join our Engineering team in Great Yarmouth. This newly created role is pivotal in driving manufacturing excellence across microelectronic package assembly and process optimization for high-reliability electronic components used in commercial, aerospace, and defence applications. As the nominated engineer for specific programmes, you will play a key role in ensuring robust, scalable, and compliant production processes within a collaborative team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead process development and optimization for microelectronic package assembly and electronics test and assembly.
• Act as the nominated engineer for assigned programmes, ensuring technical oversight and delivery to quality, cost, and schedule.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define and implement manufacturing strategies aligned with customer and regulatory requirements.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) through design for manufacturability (DFM) and process validation activities.
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for production issues using structured problem‑solving methodologies.
• Develop and maintain process documentation including work instructions, control plans, and FMEAs.
• Monitor and improve equipment performance through preventative maintenance and capability studies.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and other quality tools.
• Ensure compliance with IPC standards and relevant aerospace/defence regulations.
• Provide technical support during audits, customer visits, and internal reviews.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, or related discipline).
• Minimum 3‑5 years’ experience in a production or process engineering role within aerospace, defence, semiconductor, or microelectronics sectors.
• Strong understanding of microelectronic assembly processes and electronics manufacturing.
• Familiarity with IPC standards and quality systems in regulated environments.
• Eligible for UK SC clearance.

Skills & Competencies

• Technical: Diagnostic and complex problem‑solving, process mapping, equipment troubleshooting, project management.
• Strategic: Ability to deal with ambiguity, drive continuous improvement, and align engineering activities with business goals.
• Interpersonal: Effective communicator across disciplines, methodical and detail‑oriented, high initiative and critical thinking.
• Leadership: Ownership of programme‑specific engineering activities, proactive in identifying and resolving issues, collaborative team player.

Other Requirements

SC clearance (or ability to obtain). Limited travel may be required for supplier visits or inter‑site collaboration. IPC, Six Sigma, and Lean certifications are beneficial but not essential.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60‑1.35(c).