Production Engineer

Fortress Recruit are working with a leading defence engineering and manufacturing organisation in the recruitment of a Production Engineer to join their growing Engineering team. You will play a key role in developing and improving manufacturing processes and driving continuous improvement across production. Key responsibilities: * Support new product introduction ensuring design for manufacture principles are achieved * Develop and implement manufacturing processes, systems, and work instructions * Design fixtures and tooling to support assembly and production activities * Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve quality, cost, and efficiency * Carry out root cause analysis and resolve production and process issues * Conduct PFMEA activities and support process validation * Reduce waste and improve productivity using lean manufacturing principles * Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams * Provide technical support and training to production where required To be successful, you’ll have: * Experience in a manufacturing or production engineering environment * Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and lean principles * Experience supporting new product introduction (NPI) * Ability to carry out root cause analysis and problem-solving activities * Understanding of PFMEA, process improvement, and standardisation * Experience using CAD tools * Strong communication and organisational skills * Relevant engineering qualification (HND, degree, or equivalent experience) * Eligibility for SC clearance (5 years' UK residency without visa or sponsorship requirement) This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established defence organisation, working on complex, high-reliability products within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is a full-time, permanent role based on-site in Poole, with competitive salary and training and development opportunity. For a confidential conversation or to request the full job description, please click apply and send a full copy of your CV to Becki