Production Engineer

Production Engineer
Job Purpose
We have an exciting opportunity for a Production Engineer to join us at Sonar Systems, working on various projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that Sonar Systems products are assembled to drawings, are correct with repeatable high quality, are to cost and on time. They will also be responsible for production assemblies, process and definition of processes, all tooling, product quality operator training and process/product improvements.
Key Responsibilities are:
• Plan, direct and coordinate production processes and projects to ensure minimum impact and loss of production time
• Develop, evaluate and improve production methods, utilising knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards
• Produce and maintain clear, detailed assembly and process instructions that can be understood by all and ensure repeatable high quality (Op-Specs and USP’s)
• Perform feasibility studies and performance analysis
• Install new equipment
• Assist and support with setting up equipment and breakdowns
• Provide estimates for future products
• Analysis of operational issues, monitoring quality via daily checks
• Act as the single point of contact (focus) for internal customers
• Conduct Operator training to assembly processes and procedures (Op-Specs and USP’s)
• Provide engineering support for production department and act as the first point of contact for production/process issues
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge, experience and skills required:
• Minimum HNC level in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Successful completion of engineering Apprenticeship preferred
• Proven experience of working in a manufacturing environment essential
• Considerable knowledge and experience in manufacturing processes
• Mechanically competent.
• Experience in managing projects, with a track record of delivering on time and within budget
• Excellent computer skills, with sound knowledge of Microsoft Office including Visio
• The successful candidate must be capable of achieving security (SC) clearance as a minimum.