Production Engineer Mechanical
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Job Location:
Cambridgeshire - UK
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
5 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Company Profile
Location: Waterbeach UK
Department: R&D Production Engineering
Reports to: Production Engineering Manager
Type: Full-time Permanent
Thermoteknix Systems Ltd founded in 1982 and based in Cambridge is a world leader in thermal imaging night vision and augmented reality systems. Our award-winning technologies are trusted by defence security and industrial customers in over 70 countries. With in-house R&D cutting-edge innovation and a global reputation for quality we design and manufacture solutions that perform in the toughest environments.
About You
Thermoteknix is establishing a new Production Engineering team within R&D to transition products from development into robust scalable manufacturing.
The Mechanical Production Engineer will play a role in ensuring mechanical aspects of new and existing products are optimised for manufacture test assembly and long-term production support. This role covers production process development fixture and jig design documentation and continuous improvement of manufacturing capability.
Key Responsibilities
New Product Introduction & Transfer to Manufacturing
Production Engineering Development
Continuous Improvement & Manufacturing Optimisation
Production Support & Issue Resolution
Documentation & Engineering Control
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Required Skills & Experience
Desirable Skills & Experience
Personal Attributes
The Mechanical Production Engineer will play a role in ensuring mechanical aspects of new and existing products are optimised for manufacture test assembly and long-term production support. This role covers production process development fixture and jig design documentation and continuous improvement of manufacturing capability.
Key Responsibilities
New Product Introduction & Transfer to Manufacturing
- Support the structured transfer of products from R&D into engineering and manufacturing.
- Ensure mechanical designs are suitable for production throughDFM/DFAreviews.
- Lead mechanical workstreams within NPI projects ensuring readiness for build and scale.
- Collaborate with design engineers to finalise manufacturable mechanical solutions.
Production Engineering Development
- Design and develop mechanicalassembly fixtures test jigs tooling and support equipment.
- Define and document mechanical build procedures assembly instructions and production workflows.
- Establish repeatable and controlled manufacturing processes for mechanical sub-assemblies.
Continuous Improvement & Manufacturing Optimisation
- Drive improvements in manufacturing efficiency quality and repeatability for products already in production.
- Identify opportunities to streamline mechanical assembly processes and reduce build time.
- Support cost-reduction initiatives through design refinement and improved production methods.
- Implement engineering change solutions to enhance manufacturability and reliability.
Production Support & Issue Resolution
- Provide hands-on engineering support when mechanical issues arise in production or test.
- Perform root cause analysis and corrective actions for mechanical failures or assembly problems.
- Work closely with manufacturing teams to troubleshoot and resolve build challenges quickly.
- Support concession management non-conformance investigations and product quality improvements.
Documentation & Engineering Control
- Maintain clear and accurate mechanical production documentation including:
- Work instructions
- Build and assembly procedures
- Tooling drawings
- Test fixture documentation
- Support configuration control and engineering change processes (ECN).
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Act as the mechanical interface between R&D Production Quality Supply Chain and Operations.
- Support supplier engagement for mechanical components and manufacturability improvements.
- Contribute to the development of the new Production Engineering teams standards and processes.
Required Skills & Experience
- Degree (or equivalent experience) in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
- Experience in a production engineering manufacturing engineering or mechanical design role.
- Strong understanding of mechanical manufacturing methods (machining sheet metal injection moulding assemblies).
- Experience designing jigs fixtures tooling or mechanical test equipment.
- Practical problem-solving ability in a production environment.
- Strong documentation skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced engineering environment.
Desirable Skills & Experience
- Experience supporting NPI from prototype through to volume manufacture.
- Knowledge of DFM/DFA principles and lean manufacturing practices.
- Experience in thermal imaging electronics packaging or ruggedised product design.
- Familiarity with CAD tools (e.g. SolidWorks or similar).
- Understanding of engineering change control and quality systems (ISO9001).
Personal Attributes
- Hands-on proactive and solution-focused mindset.
- Strong communication skills with engineering and production stakeholders.
- Comfortable working both on the shop floor and in design/development environments.
- Driven to improve processes and deliver manufacturing excellence.
- Adaptable and motivated to help shape a new team and function.
Why us
- Opportunity to join and shape a newly formed Production Engineering team.
- A key role bridging cutting-edge R&D and real-world manufacturing.
- Collaborative environment working on advanced thermal imaging technologies.
- Career development and growth within a high-technology engineering organisation.
- Training and career development opportunities.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Mechanical Design
- System Design
- FEA
- ASME Codes & Standards
- CAD
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Creo
- SolidWorks
- Mechanical Engineering
- Autocad
- HVAC Design
- Autodesk Inventor
