Production Engineer

At Prodrive we believe there’s no limit to what can be achieved when the brightest minds come together. Joining one focused and driven team, you will challenge boundaries in order to change the game for our customers. The Prodrive Group comprises of Motorsport, Advanced Technology, Brand&, and Lifestyle businesses, benefitting from four decades of sporting and commercial success and a reputation for complex programme execution.

We are looking for a Production Engineer to produce CNC programs for our Machine Shop, ensuring they are supported by all relevant documentation including tool lists, set up sheets and fixture design.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce CNC programs and any other information for shop floor on request.
• Help ensure a smooth day to day running of the small batch-based manufacturing operation which includes one off prototype work.
• Scheduling and pricing of work.
• Liaison with Designers, Buyers, internal and external customers.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) records.
• Prepare and distribute weekly maintenance sheets for the machine shop.
• Monitor and verify maintenance reports, investigating and challenging any discrepancies between reported issues and the actual condition of machines.
• Actively contribute to machine servicing schedules, including coordinating and booking engineering visits when required.
• Order tools and consumables as required to ensure continuous operations.
• Maintain and restock the tool vending machine to ensure availability and proper inventory levels.
• Complete structures and routings within the ERP system to ensure job packs are accurate and ready for production on the shop floor.
• Ensure all machines are well maintained whilst keeping all relevant documentation up to date.
  
  

Who are we looking for?

Our ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years’ experience programming with Hypermill CAD/CAM and a machining background including batch work and prototypes. You will have experience in Open Mind Hypermill 5-axis programming and be able to program complex parts to very high standards. Competent in operating CNC machine tools, you will be able to read engineering drawings using the latest GD&T, and have a flexible and proactive work ethic along with the ability to work reliably under pressure to meet deadlines.

What can we offer you?

• An attractive salary which will grow in line with your ongoing development and impact
• 25 days holiday (which increases with long service) with an opportunity to purchase up to 15 extra days
• Training opportunities for continuing professional development
• Onsite subsidised staff restaurant
• Car and pension salary sacrifice schemes
• Cyclescheme
• Exercise classes
• Paid time off for volunteering
• Consultations with our Fit 4 Life expert
• Social events throughout the year
• Exclusive company discounts
• Life assurance
  
  

We are an equal opportunities employer

At Prodrive we are committed to attracting and nurturing the best talent and creating an inclusive workplace. We value individual differences and diversity amongst all staff so that everyone has the widest opportunities to maximise their potential. We aim to ensure that no job applicant is placed at a disadvantage by practices or requirements which disproportionately impact protected groups and which are not justified by the demands of the job. If you feel you are right for this role, we welcome your application.

Come and make a difference.