Onsite Production Engineer, PCB

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About the role

  • Production Engineer PCB managing first-line technical support for PCB assembly processes. Assisting with product introduction and implementing process improvements in a leading transport solutions company.

Responsibilities

  • Provide first-line technical support across all aspects of modern PCB assembly.
  • Assist with introducing new products into manufacturing, determining efficient production methods, and guiding design/production teams.
  • Research, propose, and implement new equipment, processes, and tooling improvements, including preparing capital expenditure justifications.
  • Deliver training and guidance to operators, engineers, and production staff on PCB production topics.
  • Analyse supplier quality feedback (8D) and work closely with suppliers and purchasing to prevent and resolve issues.
  • Support Design for Manufacture (DFM) activities and act as an interface between manufacturing and other business functions.
  • Contribute to cost‑reduction initiatives and monitor job‑related costs.
  • Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of modern production engineering, inspection methods, and test practices; implement process improvements.
  • Create and support reflow profiles and AOI inspection programs for SMT PCB assemblies.
  • Support the introduction of new system test and firmware methods into manufacturing.
  • Participate in team and cross‑functional meetings, communicate technical issues effectively, and support structured problem-solving.
  • Ensure adherence to health & safety standards and promote safe working practices.
  • Work with production documentation, equipment data, and technical information with accuracy and organisation.

Requirements

  • HNC or Degree in an Electronics-related discipline.
  • Strong understanding of electrical and electronic assembly, hardware design, and software development principles.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with technical drawing tools or simulation software beneficial.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing management systems (MMS) is advantageous.
  • Experience in the electronics manufacturing industry.
  • In depth understanding of PCB assembly technologies, with specialist knowledge in several core areas.
  • Experience in electromechanical production processes, including awareness of material and process constraints.
  • Demonstrated success implementing significant process changes and managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary plus annual bonus
  • 26 days holiday (rising to 29 with service)
  • 37.5-hour working week
  • Excellent pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution
  • Flexible benefits tailored to your needs
  • Ongoing training and development, including support for professional memberships

Job title

Production Engineer, PCB

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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