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Production Engineer

Solid Talent


Job Location:

Hampshire - UK

Monthly Salary: GBP 48000 - 48000
Experience Required: 3years
Posted: 29 October 2026 (5 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 26 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Production Engineer Permanent Full-Time

Salary Circa 42000 DOE
Location Hybrid in Hampshire

Join a market-leading British marine engineering specialist producing low-volume high-value commercial vessels and specialised aluminium marine structures. Supported by fresh leadership and a substantial order book they combine cutting-edge CAD design with on-site assembly to deliver build-ready vessels for commercial and defence clients worldwide.

Due to continued growth an opportunity has arisen for a Production Engineer to join the engineering this role you will act as a vital bridge between design production and supply chain. You will establish and maintain robust production data work instructions Bills of Materials (BOMs) and MRP workflows while supporting the ongoing modernisation of our manufacturing systems.

Responsibilities but are not limited to
  • Determine appropriate cost-effective manufacturing methods for both new and existing components and assemblies
  • Create manage and maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) work instructions and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
  • Issue comprehensive production work packs including engineering drawings BOMs job travellers and operational documentation
  • Input and maintain accurate material routing and labour costing data within ERP/MRP manufacturing systems
  • Administer Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) and ensure strict configuration control across all manufacturing records
  • Review actual booked production hours and lead times against targets proactively investigating and resolving significant variances
  • Act as a technical point of contact on the shop floor resolving day-to-day manufacturing queries and engineering issues
  • Review technical drawings and specifications to assess Design for Manufacture (DfM) suitability prior to release
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across production workflows documentation standards and digital manufacturing tools
Experiences required
  • Proven track record as a Production Engineer Manufacturing Engineer or Process Engineer within a manufacturing or precision engineering environment
  • Hands-on experience developing and maintaining accurate BOMs routings and methods of manufacture
  • Strong ability to read interpret and interrogate mechanical structural and fabrication drawings
  • Practical working knowledge of ERP or MRP systems for tracking work and updating production records
  • Working knowledge of 3D CAD platforms (e.g. SolidWorks) and Product Data Management (PDM) systems is highly desirable
  • A background in marine engineering shipbuilding aluminium fabrication defence or heavy mechanical manufacturing is an advantage
Package: 37.5 Hours P/W Monday to Friday 9am to 5:30pm 33 Days Holiday Inc. Bank Pension (5% employee 3% employer Occupational Health & Eye Care Plan Electric Car Scheme Hybrid Birthday Leave


Required Skills:

Proven track record as a Production Engineer Manufacturing Engineer or Process Engineer within a manufacturing or precision engineering environment Hands-on experience developing and maintaining accurate BOMs routings and methods of manufacture Strong ability to read interpret and interrogate mechanical structural and fabrication drawings Practical working knowledge of ERP or MRP systems for tracking work and updating production records Working knowledge of 3D CAD platforms (e.g. SolidWorks) and Product Data Management (PDM) systems is highly desirable A background in marine engineering shipbuilding aluminium fabrication defence or heavy mechanical manufacturing is an advantage