Design and Production Engineer
Posted 3 days ago by Robert Walters UK
Robert Walters is delighted to partner with a well-established and innovative engineering firm specialising in bespoke electrical control systems and automation solutions. Our client is seeking a Design & Production Engineer to join their growing team and play a key role in delivering high-quality, customer-specific products.
Design & Production Engineer - Electrical Systems
Location: West Midlands • Hours: Monday to Thursday 8-5, Friday 8-12 • Salary: DOE
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain Bills of Materials (BoMs) to support accurate procurement and production planning.
- Prepare and manage technical documentation, manufacturing instructions, and compliance files.
- Collaborate closely with procurement, production, and quality teams to ensure design intent is clearly communicated and executed.
- Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities, ensuring seamless transition from concept to manufacture.
- Participate in internal design reviews, project meetings, and customer-facing discussions.
- Ensure designs comply with relevant standards including ISO 9001, UL508A, and EN60204.
Candidate Profile
- HNC/ONC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent practical experience.
- Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar design/production engineering role.
- Strong organisational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.
- Excellent communication skills across internal teams, suppliers, and customers.
- Proven experience in design for manufacture within a fast-paced production environment.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, E-Plan, Pro-E, and Corel Draw.
- Experience in PLC programming for automated testing.
- Background in control panel design and assembly.
- Ability to contribute to team leadership and mentoring.
- Experience in preparing quotations and technical estimates.
Why Apply?
This role offers the chance to work on technically challenging projects in a supportive and forward-thinking environment. You'll be joining a company that values precision, innovation, and collaboration, with a strong reputation in the automation industry.
If you're a proactive engineer with a passion for delivering high-quality solutions and want to be part of a growing team, we'd love to hear from you.
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.
About the job
Contract Type: Permanent
Specialism: Manufacturing & Engineering
Workplace Type: On-site
Experience Level: Associate
Location: Cannock
Job Reference: N210P4-C11D4D15
Date posted: 1 October 2025
Consultant: Jamie Harding