Senior Production Engineer
Job in
Towcester, Northamptonshire, PE330BZ, England, UK
Listed on 2026-09-03
Listing for:
Orion Electrotech Sales
Contract
position Listed on 2026-09-03
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Engineering -
Manufacturing / Production
Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
This is a highly visible position that sits at the heart of the business, acting as the key technical interface between Engineering, Production, Supply Chain, Quality, and Commercial teams. You'll play a critical role in product lifecycle management, configuration control, engineering change management, and manufacturing process improvement, helping to shape the future of innovative technology products. What You'll Be Doing As a Senior Production Engineer, you will:
Act as the primary technical liaison between Production, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, and Commercial teams Lead the creation, validation, and maintenance of Bills of Materials (BOMs), product structures, and part numbering systems Own and manage Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), ensuring effective implementation across the business Drive configuration management activities, ensuring full product traceability and compliance Take responsibility for manufacturing data packs and engineering documentation Coordinate and implement mechanical and electrical/electronic product updates Monitor component obsolescence and identify suitable replacement solutions to minimise supply chain risk Develop and continuously improve assembly instructions and manufacturing processes Lead investigations into production issues and implement corrective actions Support Sales and Commercial teams with product configurations and technical data Mentor junior engineers, technicians, and production personnel Champion Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, quality, and cost performance What We're Looking For We're keen to speak with professionals who have:
Proven experience in a Production Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, NPI Engineering, or similar role Strong knowledge of BOM management, Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), and configuration control Experience supporting manufacturing operations within a complex engineering environment A track record of driving continuous improvement and solving production challenges Experience leading cross-functional projects and coordinating multiple stakeholders Knowledge of product lifecycle management, change control, and obsolescence management Strong understanding of manufacturing documentation and engineering data systems Experience using ERP/MRP systems Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills The ability to influence stakeholders and drive engineering best practice
Desirable Experience Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic, or Manufacturing Engineering background Experience implementing product design updates into production environments Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or operational excellence methodologies Experience mentoring engineers or technicians RF knowledge would be highly advantageous Qualifications HNC/HND, Degree, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical, Electrical/Electronic, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement certifications are desirable Apply Now If you're a driven Production or Manufacturing Engineer who thrives on solving complex technical challenges, improving manufacturing performance, and leading product lifecycle activities, we'd love to hear from you.
Due to the volume of applications we receive, unfortunately we are not able to respond to every application personally, therefore, if you have not heard back from us within 5 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful. To see our other available vacancies please visit our website INDENG
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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