Production Test Engineer
| Posting date: | 18 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 April 2026 |
| Location: | Great Yarmouth, Norfolk |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | P+S Personnel Services Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | PS0045LB |
Summary
P+S Personnel are pleased to be working on behalf of our clients who are currently seeking a Production & Test Engineer to join their team based in Great Yarmouth on a full-time permanent basis.
Role Summary:
• To lead, develop, and inspire the Production Engineering & Test function, delivering the Engineering strategy through strong technical leadership, disciplined performance management, and measurable continuous improvement.
• This role is accountable for establishing robust, scalable production flow lines, driving lean transformation across manufacturing operations, and embedding AI-enabled solutions to enhance productivity, quality, and decision-making.
• The position ensures safe, compliant, and cost-effective engineering support to manufacturing while safeguarding product integrity and operational excellence in line with AS9100 and relevant regulatory standards.
Main Responsibilities
Operational Excellence & KPI Delivery
• Lead the Engineering & Test team to consistently deliver against Safety, Service (speed and reliability), Quality, Delivery, and Cost KPIs.
• Design, implement, and optimise production flow lines to improve throughput, reduce waste, and enhance process stability.
• Drive lean manufacturing transformation initiatives, embedding structured methodologies (e.g., Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Standard Work, Kaizen, SMED, Visual Management).
• Provide high-quality engineering support to Manufacturing and Quality to ensure production continuity and technical robustness.
• Lead structured root cause analysis (8D, Fishbone, FMEA, SPC) for technical failures, ensuring effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Improve yield, cycle time, and cost efficiency through data-driven process optimisation.
• Develop and maintain clear production engineering roadmaps aligned to business strategy.
AI Adoption & Digital Transformation
• Champion the responsible adoption of Digitisation utilising AI where appropriate and data analytics within Production Engineering and Test.
• Identify and implement AI-enabled solutions to enhance:
• Predictive maintenance
• Process optimisation
• Automated inspection and test
• Yield analysis
• Capacity modelling and planning
• Promote data literacy within the engineering team and foster a culture of evidence-based decision-making.
• Ensure AI deployment aligns with governance, compliance, cybersecurity, and ethical standards.
• Collaborate with IT, Operations, and external partners to integrate smart manufacturing technologies.
Compliance, Safety & Governance
• Ensure full compliance with EHS policies and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain high housekeeping and workplace organisation standards.
• Strengthen engineering procedures, documentation, and configuration control in line with AS9100.
• Ensure production and test processes meet aerospace and high-reliability standards.
• Support customer audits and regulatory reviews with confidence and technical clarity.
Technical Leadership
• Act as Engineering Lead for nominated products, processes, and improvement projects across the product lifecycle.
• Lead capital investment projects for equipment, automation, and process capability enhancement.
• Interface with external suppliers and partners for technical development and equipment improvement.
• Ensure test strategies are robust, repeatable, and aligned to product reliability requirements.
Team Leadership & Development
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of specialist and multi-skilled Production and Test Engineers.
• Set clear, measurable SMART objectives aligned to strategic priorities.
• Drive accountability, high standards, and performance discipline.
Cross-Functional & External Engagement
Internal
• Collaborate closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, R&D, and Programme Management.
• Align engineering priorities with operational and commercial objectives.
• Support NPI transitions from design to volume production.
External
• Engage technically with customers, design partners, and suppliers.
• Represent Production Engineering during technical reviews and audits.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain.
Person Specification
• Bachelors or masters Degree in an Engineering discipline.
• Minimum 2–5 years’ experience in Production Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Technical Project Management.
• Demonstrated team leadership experience.
• Strong working knowledge of AS9100 and regulated manufacturing environments.
• Experience in high-reliability microelectronics product design and manufacturing.
• Proven experience in materials, process design, optimisation, and industrialisation.
• Experience implementing lean manufacturing principles.
• Exposure to data analytics or digital manufacturing technologies.
Desirable:
• Experience with MCM, Thick Film Hybrid, and PCBA technologies.
• Experience implementing AI or advanced analytics within manufacturing.
• Capital equipment specification and commissioning experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP systems.
If this is a position you are interested in, please apply online ensuring your CV is up to date.
Alternatively, please email your CV directly to jobs@pspersonnelltd.co.uk.
Role Summary:
• To lead, develop, and inspire the Production Engineering & Test function, delivering the Engineering strategy through strong technical leadership, disciplined performance management, and measurable continuous improvement.
• This role is accountable for establishing robust, scalable production flow lines, driving lean transformation across manufacturing operations, and embedding AI-enabled solutions to enhance productivity, quality, and decision-making.
• The position ensures safe, compliant, and cost-effective engineering support to manufacturing while safeguarding product integrity and operational excellence in line with AS9100 and relevant regulatory standards.
Main Responsibilities
Operational Excellence & KPI Delivery
• Lead the Engineering & Test team to consistently deliver against Safety, Service (speed and reliability), Quality, Delivery, and Cost KPIs.
• Design, implement, and optimise production flow lines to improve throughput, reduce waste, and enhance process stability.
• Drive lean manufacturing transformation initiatives, embedding structured methodologies (e.g., Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Standard Work, Kaizen, SMED, Visual Management).
• Provide high-quality engineering support to Manufacturing and Quality to ensure production continuity and technical robustness.
• Lead structured root cause analysis (8D, Fishbone, FMEA, SPC) for technical failures, ensuring effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Improve yield, cycle time, and cost efficiency through data-driven process optimisation.
• Develop and maintain clear production engineering roadmaps aligned to business strategy.
AI Adoption & Digital Transformation
• Champion the responsible adoption of Digitisation utilising AI where appropriate and data analytics within Production Engineering and Test.
• Identify and implement AI-enabled solutions to enhance:
• Predictive maintenance
• Process optimisation
• Automated inspection and test
• Yield analysis
• Capacity modelling and planning
• Promote data literacy within the engineering team and foster a culture of evidence-based decision-making.
• Ensure AI deployment aligns with governance, compliance, cybersecurity, and ethical standards.
• Collaborate with IT, Operations, and external partners to integrate smart manufacturing technologies.
Compliance, Safety & Governance
• Ensure full compliance with EHS policies and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain high housekeeping and workplace organisation standards.
• Strengthen engineering procedures, documentation, and configuration control in line with AS9100.
• Ensure production and test processes meet aerospace and high-reliability standards.
• Support customer audits and regulatory reviews with confidence and technical clarity.
Technical Leadership
• Act as Engineering Lead for nominated products, processes, and improvement projects across the product lifecycle.
• Lead capital investment projects for equipment, automation, and process capability enhancement.
• Interface with external suppliers and partners for technical development and equipment improvement.
• Ensure test strategies are robust, repeatable, and aligned to product reliability requirements.
Team Leadership & Development
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of specialist and multi-skilled Production and Test Engineers.
• Set clear, measurable SMART objectives aligned to strategic priorities.
• Drive accountability, high standards, and performance discipline.
Cross-Functional & External Engagement
Internal
• Collaborate closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, R&D, and Programme Management.
• Align engineering priorities with operational and commercial objectives.
• Support NPI transitions from design to volume production.
External
• Engage technically with customers, design partners, and suppliers.
• Represent Production Engineering during technical reviews and audits.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain.
Person Specification
• Bachelors or masters Degree in an Engineering discipline.
• Minimum 2–5 years’ experience in Production Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Technical Project Management.
• Demonstrated team leadership experience.
• Strong working knowledge of AS9100 and regulated manufacturing environments.
• Experience in high-reliability microelectronics product design and manufacturing.
• Proven experience in materials, process design, optimisation, and industrialisation.
• Experience implementing lean manufacturing principles.
• Exposure to data analytics or digital manufacturing technologies.
Desirable:
• Experience with MCM, Thick Film Hybrid, and PCBA technologies.
• Experience implementing AI or advanced analytics within manufacturing.
• Capital equipment specification and commissioning experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP systems.
If this is a position you are interested in, please apply online ensuring your CV is up to date.
Alternatively, please email your CV directly to jobs@pspersonnelltd.co.uk.