Production Engineering Specialist

3 days ago


Whitstable, Kent, United Kingdom Swegon Ltd. Full time
Senior Production Engineer

We are seeking a skilled Senior Production Engineer to join our team at Swegon Ltd. in Whitstable. As a key member of our Engineering department, you will play a critical role in ensuring the manufacturability and production efficiency of new and existing products.

About the Role:
  • Your primary responsibility will be to lead efforts to optimise production processes, troubleshoot manufacturing issues, and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and product quality.
  • You will collaborate closely with engineering, design, and production teams to facilitate the seamless transition of products from design to full-scale manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design for Manufacturability (DFM / DFA): Collaborate with the design engineering team to review and optimise product designs for manufacturability.
  • Prototype Development and Pilot Runs: Lead the planning and execution of pilot production runs for new products, ensuring alignment with design specifications and regulatory requirements.
  • Process Optimisation: Lead the development and implementation of efficient manufacturing processes to reduce cycle time and waste while enhancing product quality.

Requirements:
  • 5+ years of experience in production or manufacturing engineering, preferably within a regulated industry.
  • Proven experience in leading teams and managing production processes.
  • Strong knowledge of Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) processes.

The estimated salary for this position is £60,000 - £80,000 per annum, depending on your qualifications and experience. This is a full-time role based in Whitstable, Kent. We offer a competitive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth and development.



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