Senior Production Engineer in City of Bristol

Energy Jobline ZR; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A hiring organization for engineering roles in Bristol is seeking a Senior Production Engineer. This role involves enhancing production performance, developing manufacturing processes, and leading tooling improvements. Candidates should have an HNC or higher in Mechanical Engineering and a background in manufacturing. The position offers a salary of up to £50,000 plus benefits, including hybrid working and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Up to 5% annual bonus

Hybrid working (1 day per week from home)

Flexible hours with early Friday finish

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Up to 5% employer pension contribution

Study support and professional development

Free online GP and wellbeing app

Regular company social events

Qualifications

• HNC or higher in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Production Engineering.
• Background in a manufacturing or assembly environment such as automotive or FMCG.
• Strong understanding of Lean, Six Sigma, and process improvement tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on technical support to production.
• Drive process improvement and Lean Manufacturing initiatives.
• Support New Product Introduction projects.

Skills

Lean

Six Sigma

Problem-solving

Leadership

Mechanical Engineering

Education

HNC or higher in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Production Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

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Job Description

Job Title: Production Engineer

Job Type: Permanent

Industry: Manufacturing / Engineering

Job Location: Bristol

Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum + Bonus + Benefits

Profile – Senior Production Engineer

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Senior Production Engineer to join a market‑leading manufacturer of high‑quality engineered products based in Bristol.

This role plays a key part in improving production performance, developing manufacturing processes, and supporting the introduction of new products within a forward‑thinking, technology‑led environment.

Role Responsibilities – Senior Production Engineer

• Provide hands‑on technical support to production, resolving issues quickly and effectively.
• Drive process improvement and Lean Manufacturing initiatives across production areas.
• Support New Product Introduction projects, from process design to equipment specification.
• Lead tooling, fixture, and layout improvements to enhance quality and efficiency.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams to minimise downtime and optimise equipment performance.

Experience / Qualifications – Senior Production Engineer

• HNC or higher in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Production Engineering.
• Background in a manufacturing or assembly environment (automotive, plastics, or FMCG).
• Strong understanding of Lean, Six Sigma, and process improvement tools.
• Confident communicator with excellent problem‑solving and leadership skills.
• Experience with SolidWorks or similar CAD tools advantageous.

Benefits – Senior Production Engineer

• Up to 5% annual bonus.
• Hybrid working (1 day per week from home).
• Flexible hours with early Friday finish.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (Christmas shutdown guaranteed).
• Up to 5% employer pension contribution.
• Study support and professional development.
• Free online GP and wellbeing app.
• Regular company social events and onsite parking.

Candidates currently working as a Production Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, NPI Engineer, Process Engineer, or Continuous Improvement Engineer may also be suitable for this position.

To apply, please submit your CV to [e-mail] or call 01453 852552 for more information.

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