Production Engineer - Machining & Automation

Position: Production Engineer - Machining & Automation
Location: Bideford, Devon
Salary: £30,000 - £45,000 DOE

Our client is a well-established manufacturer of precision engineered components, supplying products into highly regulated industries. Due to continued investment in manufacturing technology, they are seeking a Production Engineer to join their engineering team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Production Engineer or an ambitious graduate/junior engineer looking to develop their career within advanced manufacturing. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on automation projects, CNC machining processes, CAD/CAM development and continuous improvement initiatives, with support and training available for the right individual.

Production Engineer Position Overview

• Support the development and improvement of manufacturing processes, machining operations and automation solutions.
• Research new manufacturing technologies and assist with the introduction of improved processes and equipment.
• Support CAPEX projects, including equipment reviews, cost-benefit analysis and implementation.
• Design and develop tooling, fixtures and workholding solutions to improve production efficiency.
• Generate CAD models, assemblies and technical drawings using appropriate design software.
• Support CAD/CAM programming activities and prove out machining processes.
• Assist with new product introduction, process development and technical problem-solving.
• Work closely with customers, suppliers and internal engineering teams to resolve technical challenges.
• Drive continuous improvement activities focused on quality, cost reduction and efficiency.
• Ensure manufacturing processes meet required quality and safety standards.

Production Engineer Position Requirements

• Engineering qualification (Degree/HNC/HND) or relevant manufacturing experience.
• Experience within a manufacturing, production, CNC machining or engineering environment.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and tolerances.
• Knowledge of CNC machining, CAD/CAM or automation would be advantageous.
• Experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks is desirable.
• Good problem-solving skills with a practical, hands-on approach.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal teams, suppliers and customers.
• A willingness to learn new technologies and develop technical skills.
• Experience with quality standards such as ISO 9001, AS9100 or IATF/TS16949 would be beneficial but not essential.

Production Engineer Position Remuneration

• Salary: £30,000 - £45,000 depending on experience.
• Full-time, permanent position.
• Monday to Thursday working pattern with an early finish on Fridays.
• 26 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
• Company pension.
• Excellent opportunity for career development within an advanced manufacturing environment.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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