Production & Process Engineer

Position: Production & Process Engineer
Job ID: 2127/42
Location: Honiton, Devon
Rate/Salary: £40,000 – £45,000
Type: Permanent

Benefits:
• Engineering Chartership enrolment
• Private pension scheme
• Life insurance (4x salary)
• 25 days annual leave
• MOD Reservist training days (Gold Award – 10 days)
• Family Day (subject to availability)
• Discretionary bonus upon 1 year of service

HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Maritime Shipping, Energy, and Subsea sectors – visit: www.hsbtechnical.com for a list of our vacancies. We work with a wide range of well-regarded businesses across the UK and internationally, offering both permanent and contract opportunities.

Overview of the Role

Our client is a specialist engineering company known for its innovation, technical expertise, and ability to deliver robust, high-performance solutions tailored to demanding operational environments.

As a Production & Process Engineer, you will be at the centre of the company’s manufacturing and engineering operations, ensuring design concepts are efficiently translated into production-ready solutions. This role combines hands-on engineering capability, problem-solving skills, and cross-functional coordination to ensure manufacturing operations run smoothly on time, and to the highest standards.

This is an opportunity to work on exciting projects, contributing to the delivery of mission-critical products while benefiting from professional development and a strong company culture.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Production & Process Engineer

• Create high-quality 3D CAD models and detailed engineering drawings using SolidWorks, ensuring functionality, simplicity, and cost-effectiveness.
• Review production engineering drawings for accuracy and approve or recommend rework to enhance quality and manufacturability.
• Create production BOM models in SolidWorks and run virtual build reviews with stakeholders to refine build sequences.
• Support change control processes for engineering drawings, ensuring accurate and timely updates.

Process Improvement & Manufacturing Support

• Identify manufacturing needs for new products in development and ensure seamless transition from design to production.
• Reduce variability and improve repeatability in manufacturing by implementing standard operating procedures and work instructions.
• Remove inefficiencies from production processes through lean manufacturing methods and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Implement and monitor production performance metrics to identify areas for improvement.

Technical & Cross-Functional Support

• Investigate production and process-related issues, offering hands-on technical solutions.
• Liaise with other departments, suppliers, and customers to provide technical input and resolve issues.
• Work with operations and engineering teams to ensure timely responses to TQNs (Technical Query Notes) in line with project deadlines.
• Liaise with suppliers to source new or improved components.
• Carry out structural analysis using first principles and contribute to CAE (Computer-Aided Engineering) assessments.
• Prepare for and actively participate in design reviews, incorporating feedback into designs.
• Undertake special projects as required.

Qualifications and Requirements for the Production & Process Engineer

• Minimum HNC in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related discipline (Degree desirable).
• Proficiency with 3D CAD, preferably SolidWorks (training provided if necessary).
• Proven track record of creating accurate 3D models and engineering drawings for components and assemblies.
• Practical engineering knowledge of a range of automotive systems.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Clear and confident communicator, able to liaise effectively with colleagues, suppliers, and customers.
• Computer literate with adaptability to various software tools, and capable of resolving minor IT issues independently.
• Experience in drawing issue control using PDM (Product Data Management) systems.
• Capable of performing structural analysis using first principles and FEA (ANSYS).
• Good technical report writing and project documentation skills.
• Able to work effectively under pressure, meeting deadlines without compromising quality.

Desirable:

• Experience in a workshop, manufacturing, or production engineering environment.
• Vehicle testing experience using data logging and other instrumentation.
• Presentation skills for design reviews and technical meetings.
• Exposure to lean manufacturing or Six Sigma methodology.

Personal Attributes & Organisational Fit

• Approachable, dependable, and collaborative team player.
• Logical and methodical approach to record keeping.
• Results-driven with a commitment to high-quality standards.
• Positive problem-solving mindset with the ability to think creatively.
• Able to balance technical precision with practical manufacturing considerations.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently, and capable of managing priorities effectively.

Why Apply?

This is an exciting opportunity to work with a leader in engineering that develops high-performance, bespoke products deployed around the world. Based in Honiton, Devon, you will be part of a close-knit engineering team working on projects that have real-world operational impact.

The role offers genuine career progression, opportunities for professional accreditation through Engineering Chartership enrolment, and a comprehensive benefits package.