Production Engineer

CV-LibraryLeeds, West YorkshirepermanentPosted: 16 May 2026
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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

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