Production Engineer

Production Engineer – Medical Device Manufacturer – Leeds Salary: £28,000 – £45,000 Hours: 39 per week Holiday: 25 days + bank holidays A leading medical device manufacturer in Leeds is seeking a Production Engineer to join their team and drive manufacturing improvements across a range of innovative projects. This is a hands-on role where you will lead and support initiatives that enhance production efficiency, introduce automation, and bring new processes in-house. Key Responsibilities: * Lead or support manufacturing improvement projects, including: * Robotics for assembly and adhesive processes * Design and implementation of assembly fixtures * New smart production cell / Sigma process design * Bringing wet paint and drape forming of polycarbonate screens in-house * New packaging design and testing * Lights-out manufacturing in the machine shop with automated robot loading * Support ERP implementation projects * Assist with engineering change processes Person Specification: Essential: * Self-starter with minimal technical supervision * Higher-level qualification (HND or degree) * Experience with 3D CAD * Proven experience implementing and maintaining lean processes Desirable: * Experience with digital transformation projects * Experience using ERP systems for BOM management * Manufacturing background within ISO-controlled processes * Ability to write work instructions This role offers the opportunity to work in a progressive, innovative environment within a medical device business committed to process excellence. Benefits: * Competitive salary £28,000 – £45,000 * 25 days holiday plus bank holidays * 39-hour working week If you are a technically-minded engineer with a passion for process improvement and automation, this role could be an excellent fit