Senior Production Engineer

Hudson Shribman; Essex; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electronics manufacturer in Essex is seeking a Senior Production Engineer to provide essential support for production. The role involves resolving operational issues, collaborating with engineering teams, and maintaining high standards in manufacturing processes. Candidates should possess a degree in engineering, strong analytical skills, and excellent communication abilities. The position offers standard working hours from Monday to Thursday with a half-day on Friday.

Qualifications

• Previous experience with manufacturing machinery in an engineering role.
• Strong decision-making abilities under pressure.
• Commitment to continuous personal and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Support production through technical expertise and advice.
• Resolve production issues and maintain document control.
• Implement equipment control and lead process support.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

IT skills (Excel/Word/Publisher)

Attention to detail

Education

Degree / HND / HNC in engineering

Job description

Production Engineering - Electronics Manufacturing

Our Client is a leading end-to-end contract electronics manufacturer, who specialise in transforming product ideas into reality for customers. Equipped with advanced technology systems and supported by a dedicated, professional team, they are committed to delivering a first-class service that consistently exceeds our clients expectations

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Production Engineer. You will work line-side, providing essential support to production. You will use your technical knowledge to resolve operational issues and communicate with various departments and customers to aid with the efficient production of PCB assemblies.

Key Responsibilities - Production Engineering

• Work collaboratively with production and engineering teams to improve assembly processes, providing technical expertise and advice
• Investigate and resolve production issues and queries
• Sign-off for all production assembly documents
• Create jigs and fixtures to aid assembly in production
• Maintain document control on the production floor
• Ensure customer data is controlled and processed as per ECN, permit and concession processes
• Communicate with customers to resolve any build issues by email / Teams/phone. Attend on-site meetings for engineering support
• Implement equipment control, calibration, and labelling processes
• Facilitate line set-up for new and existing projects, ensuring efficient production of new products
• Support New Product Introduction, attending customer meetings and assisting with PE and Quality
• Check and confirm BOM and production routes
• Optimisation of new and existing projects throughout the project lifecycle. Leading projects from initial order to implementation
• Identify and investigate new machinery and tooling requirements, and cost implications
• Troubleshot and assisted with the repair of machine and equipment breakdowns (using 3rd party support providers
• Create Surface Mount programmes for Mycronic SMT machines and SMT component packages, improving efficiency and accuracy of pick and place machines
• Lead the line-side process support for paste machines, reflow ovens, AOI and associated machinery
• Creation of custom re-flow profiles using data collection module/software
• Support and mentor junior members of the Engineering team.

Qualifications, Skills and Education Requirements

Production Engineering

Essential:

• Previous experience with manufacturing machinery in an engineering support role
• Excellent knowledge of manufacturing processes and procedures
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
• Ability to make decisions under pressure
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proficient in IT skills (Excel/Word/Publisher) and project management applications
• Degree / HND / HNC in engineering or equivalent experience
• Commitment to continuous improvement and personal development.
• Commitment to professional and vocational development in Engineering

Hours

Monday Thursday: 07:30 am-16:00 pm, Friday: 07:30 am-13:30 pm

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