Provide support to manufacturing operations to aid engineering compliance issues arising through NCRs or process change
Apply a solid understanding of processes and capabilities to ensure all drawings and supporting documentation align with operational requirements
THE CANDIDATE
The ideal Production Design Engineer
A minimum of HNC or equivalent in mechanical or production engineering
In depth understanding of technical drawings
Understanding of importance of procedures and processes
Good knowledge of technical standards, codes and specifications
Previous use of AutoCAD or NX beneficial
Excellent communication skills
Strong IT skills
Please Note: This role is focused on production engineering, manufacturing drawings, Bills of Materials, routing instructions and supporting operational improvements within a busy manufacturing environment. It is ideally suited to candidates with a practical engineering background who enjoy seeing designs progress through to production. Candidates seeking a position primarily focused on product development, research and development, or advanced 3D CAD modelling may find the scope of the role does not align with their long-term career aspirations.
We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.
BENEFITS
Competitive salary + company bonus
Tailored training and development, including company‑funded external qualifications where relevant
Generous pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution
Life assurance at 3.5× your salary
Employee Assistance Programme for confidential wellbeing support
Discounted gym membership – up to 25% off at 4,000+ UK gyms
Fuel card savings of 2–3p per litre at 3,500 stations, including BP, Esso and Shell
Employee recognition schemes celebrating great work
33 days’ holiday per year (inclusive of statutory holidays)
ABOUT PROGRESS RAIL
Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, is one of the largest integrated and diversified providers of rolling stock and infrastructure solutions and technologies for the global rail industry. The company provides advanced EMD® locomotives, engines, and technologies, railcars, trackwork, fasteners, signalling, rail welding and Kershaw Maintenance-of-Way equipment, along with dedicated locomotive and freight car repair services, aftermarket parts support and recycling operations.
Progress Rail’s deep industry expertise ensures a commitment to quality through innovative solutions. With a global network across the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Germany, Italy, Australia, China, Germany, India, South Africa, the United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom, we are committed to serving our customers.
PROGRESS RAIL VALUES
Safety – Care, Learn, Prevent
Integrity – Do the Right Thing
Teamwork – Win Together
Excellence – Be the Best
Commitment – Own the Outcome
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
Progress Rail is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We value and embrace diversity of thought, background and unique experiences and we pride ourselves on being an inclusive workforce and culture.
HOW TO APPLY
To be considered for this role, please click on the link provided. If you would like any further information about this vacancy before applying, please feel free to contact Taher Rahman at our Sandiacre site.
We would politely request no agencies please.
