Senior Production Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Banbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Production Engineer to spearhead new manufacturing programmes. This role involves driving the planning and delivery of operations teams in a dynamic environment, ensuring quality and efficiency from bid development to series production. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background, proven experience in manufacturing management, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams. With a commitment to professional development and an inclusive workplace, this opportunity promises to be both rewarding and impactful for the right individual.

Benefits

25 Days Holiday

Professional Development Opportunities

Car and Pension Salary Sacrifice Schemes

Paid Time Off for Volunteering

Access to Fit 4 Life Experts

Exclusive Company Discounts

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing manufacturing teams from concept to production.
• Technical proficiency in mechanical and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the introduction of new manufacturing programmes from bid to production.
• Coordinate production quality planning and quality control.

Skills

Manufacturing Management

APQP

PPAP

Mechanical Systems

Electrical Systems

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Engineering Degree

Relevant Qualification

Tools

Technical Drawings

Manufacturing Equipment

Job description

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Prodrive Advanced Technology (AT) operates across a wide range of industries including automotive, defence, marine and renewable energy. We specialise in the design, development and integration of electromechanical control systems, and mechanical system architectures for vehicles and other applications.

Applications range from high performance supercars and ultra-luxury passenger vehicles to the very latest in electric vehicle technology and government funded research programmes.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Production Engineer to lead the introduction of new production programmes from bid development to series production.

In this role, you will drive and coordinate the planning and delivery of the Operations teams, including Build, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Planning, and Material Management, in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

Key responsibilities:

• Accountable for the introduction of new manufacturing programmes from bid development to series production, ensuring they deliver margin, quality, and schedule targets.
• Define and implement production programme timing, including milestones, gateways, and build schedule.
• Drive manufacturing deliverables by managing and leading cross-functional teams.
• Coordinate production quality planning and quality control to meet all project requirements, including APQP and PPAP processes.
• Work with Programmes and Delivery teams to define production requirements for new products, including tooling, labour, and facility layout.
• Plan resources for pre-production builds and production launch.
• Lead design and manufacturing reviews, driving design teams to achieve DFM and financial targets.

Who are we looking for?

• An engineering degree or relevant qualification.
• Proven experience managing manufacturing teams from concept to production, with knowledge of APQP and PPAP.
• Technical proficiency in mechanical and electrical systems, with the ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.
• Experience specifying new plant equipment and tooling for low-volume manufacturing.
• Experience implementing manufacturing processes and solving quality issues.
• Strong analytical skills for problem-solving and data analysis.

What can we offer you?

• An attractive salary that grows with your development and impact.
• 25 days holiday, increasing with long service, with options to purchase extra days.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Car and pension salary sacrifice schemes.
• Paid time off for volunteering.
• Access to Fit 4 Life experts and social events.
• Exclusive company discounts and life assurance.

We are an equal opportunities employer

At Prodrive, we are committed to attracting and nurturing the best talent and creating an inclusive workplace. We value diversity and aim to ensure equal opportunities for all applicants. If you believe you are suited for this role, we welcome your application.