Production Design Engineer

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PRODUCTION DESIGN ENGINEER – DRAFTING SANDIACRE, NG10 5AN COMPETITIVE SALARY Are you a skilled Production Design Engineer with experience producing technical drawings and manufacturing information within an engineering environment? We're looking for someone who can combine strong design expertise with a proactive approach to problem solving, helping to deliver safe, accurate and cost-effective manufacturing solutions while driving continuous improvement across our Production Design function.

THE ROLE: As a Production Design Engineer you will be required to: Maintain departmental systems and identify areas for improvement Produce renewal and export 1:50 layout drawings using CAD. This includes communication with Service Delivery function and design house engineers to clarify requirements Generate Bills of Materials (BOMs) Produce detailed manufacturing instructions (2D CAD drawings, work instructions and some NC information) Drafting standard detail drawings Develop production routes that improve quality, safety, business integrity and efficiency Support with the resolution of production related problems Assist in the implementation of new products Continually work to drive manufacturing cost and process times down Help train new or junior engineers THE CANDIDATE: The ideal Production Design Engineer: Previous experience in drafting in a safety critical manufacturing industry such as rail, nuclear, chemical, aerospace, or automotive A minimum of HNC or equivalent in mechanical or production engineering In depth understanding of technical drawings AutoCAD experience would be desirable Must have good communication skills Please Note: This role is centred around production design, technical drawing creation and manufacturing support.

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 33 days annual leave (including statutory holidays) 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 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.