Production Design Engineer

DK Recruitment are working with a world-renowned, precision Engineering business based in Plymouth who are expanding their Engineering team. The business has a strong culture of innovation, professional growth and are offering an exciting career journey.

We are currently looking for a dynamic and experienced Production Design Engineer to play a vital role in bringing new products to market. The role will focus on design and manufacturing documentation surrounding new product introduction and the development of both the product and process.

Main Duties:

• Collaborate with design and engineering teams to ensure new products are manufacturable.
• Develop and implement efficient production processes for new products.
• Create manufacturing plans, including bills of materials and production schedules.
• Proactively identify and mitigate potential manufacturing risks.
• Design and implement robust gauging solutions.
• Support production launch and ramp-up of new bearings.
• Continuously improve manufacturing processes to optimize quality and efficiency.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing engineering or a related field
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably bearings or precision components.
• Experience with new product introduction (NPI) processes.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing principles and processes.
• Experience with soft machining and hard machining processes would be beneficial.
• Strong mathematical abilities, experience with Mathcad would be beneficial.
• CAD experience would be beneficial, SolidWorks preferred.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• 25 days of paid holiday, plus bank holidays.
• Professional Development Investment.
• Subsidised Canteen.
• Engagement and Rewards platform, with access to discounts at over 100 retailers.
• Free Parking.
• Reward & Recognition awards
• Simply Health - Voluntary Membership
• Assess to Occupational Health Facilities
• Life Assurance