Production Engineering Technician

Location: Brinsworth

About

The Role Engineered to Protect, that's our promise, we protect what matters - our nations, our waters, our land, our cities, our people, our environment, our world. Offering exposure to Production Engineering activities across all business units and production areas, Including; the documentation of SEA's production processes, introduction of new equipment and tooling, problem solving and process improvements to improve quality/reduce cost.

Production Engineering Technician will be based at our Barnstaple site. This role does require being onsite 4
-5 days a week. The salary for this role is up to £32k, depending on experience. What you'll be doing Support between production, engineering and wider business areas in the triage of ‘quality' problems encountered in manufacturing Attend daily GEMBA meetings as appropriate Design and introduce jigs and fixtures to enhance and mistake proof production processes. Maintain, organise and oversee calibration of production tooling.

Generating and maintaining standard operating instructions and associated manufacturing documentation Engage in production layout events and changes to increase capacity and improve efficiency. Develop methods for movement of materials and product through the facility, establishing flow and visual output Presence in manufacturing to conduct time studies, identify waste and simplify processes Identify and support the implementation of process improvements to reduce production costs Participate in verification and validation activities association with equipment and process qualification Support prototyping activity across new product introductions Developing and supporting visual controls on the shop floor About our company At SEA, we develop and deliver advanced solutions to make our world safer, cleaner and more efficient.

We provide state-of-the-art applications for naval ship and fleet protection, and undersea surveillance systems. In-service across the globe, our systems deliver a rapid response to threats and system effectiveness and interoperation. Our systems support an ever-growing number of navies across the world, and we continue to bolster our already specialist, on-the-ground knowledge of key overseas markets. What we offer At our core, we encourage innovation, flexibility and out-of-the-box thinking to solve problems, so we're always looking for talented, flexible, and creative people to bring their best to SEA.

In return we offer generous rewards, a fantastic work/life balance, and excellent career and training opportunities for everyone who joins. Have a look at the benefits we offer:
Work life balance Hybrid/flexible working arrangements 25 days' annual leave, plus buy and sell Up to 16 days flexi leave accrual Half day Fridays Reservists in the Armed Forces receive special paid leave Family & wellbeing Private medical health insurance & Employee Assistance Program Health Cash Plan All Staff Bonus Group Pension Plan of up to 8% employer contribution Cycle to work scheme Wellbeing Centre Sports & Social activities Employee Discounts portal - online and in-store discounts, travel savings Life assurance policy Publication and recruitment bonus rewards Development opportunities, including Linked In learning Facilities & resources Electric vehicle charging points at all sites Private seated lunch areas Onsite bistro (Barnstaple office) and free hot and cold beverages Onsite showers and toiletries provision Free onsite parking The skills you need Relevant professional qualifications desirable Mechanical or Electrical experience A high level of accuracy and attention to detail Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills Ability to read and interpret designs and technical drawings Resilient and calm under pressure with the ability to work to tight deadlines Ability to multi-task and adjust priorities as appropriate Join us and be part of something smaller - with 500 people in the UK and Canada - doing something bigger: protecting what matters.

If you'd like to know more, please give Kelly Thomas from our Talent Acquisition Team a call on  Or reach out to us on