Graduate Production Engineer

Graduate Production Engineer

Location: Hailsham, East Sussex

Full‑time, Permanent – 37 hours per week

Competitive salary and excellent benefits.

Role Overview

Supported by a specialist manufacturing company, the Graduate Production Engineer will assist in New Product Introduction (NPI), manufacturing optimisation, CAD activities, process improvement and projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the NPI process and define manufacturing routes and processes
• Assist in optimising designs for manufacture, quality and efficiency
• Maintain and update BOMs, routes and production data within the ERP system
• Support the quoting process with technical input and cost estimation
• Identify process improvements and cost reduction opportunities
• Create and maintain work instructions and manufacturing documentation
• Support Engineering Change Notice (ECN) reviews and implementation of engineering changes
• Assist with root‑cause analysis and 8D/NCR investigations, supporting corrective actions
• Support CAD activities including 3D modelling and 2D production drawings
• Assist in the design of fixtures and manufacturing aids
• Contribute to DFMEA/PFMEA activities in line with PPAP processes
• Support customer and supplier technical queries
• Assist with training others on ERP systems and manufacturing processes
• Gain hands‑on knowledge of complex assemblies and precision manufacturing processes

Candidate Profile

• Degree or HNC in Engineering (or equivalent experience)
• Experience in an engineering or manufacturing environment
• CAD experience and proficiency in MS Office
• Hands‑on approach with the ability to build and assemble components
• Strong communication skills and willingness to learn
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider engineering team
• Open‑mind, proactive and keen to develop within a technical environment
• Occasional travel to client sites may be required (planned in advance, expenses covered)
• Full driving licence required due to location

Benefits & Culture

• 37‑hour work week with flexible hours
• 33 days annual leave (25 days + bank holidays)
• Private medical insurance, annual health checks and eye care vouchers
• Life insurance and salary‑sacrifice pension scheme
• Salary sacrifice cycle‑to‑work and electric vehicle schemes
• Friendly culture with annual family fun day, Christmas dinner/dance and onsite facilities (canteen, lockers, shower)

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