Production Engineer

Are you an experienced Production Engineer with a passion for continuous improvement, manufacturing excellence and new product introduction? Do you enjoy leading engineering projects that improve productivity, quality and efficiency? Would you like to join a global manufacturer where you can make a real impact?

DENSO Marston Ltd, based in Shipley, West Yorkshire, is part of the global DENSO Corporation, one of the world's leading automotive technology manufacturers. We design and manufacture high-performance heat exchange units and cooling modules for leading OEMs across the off-highway, construction and agricultural sectors.

We're looking for a Production Engineer to strengthen our Production Engineering team. You'll take ownership of manufacturing processes within your designated area, leading new product introductions, capital investment projects and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, quality, productivity and operational performance.

Working Hours & Benefits

Working Hours

Monday – Thursday: 8:30am – 5:00pm
Friday: 8:30am – 1:30pmBenefits include:

25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Stakeholder Pension Scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)
Life Assurance (4x salary)
Permanent Health Insurance (PHI)
Subsidised canteen
Discounted gym membership
Employee Assistance Programme
Discounts across hundreds of UK retailers
Free onsite parkingKey Responsibilities

Lead new product and variant introductions, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the required quality standards
Develop and optimise manufacturing processes, equipment and factory layouts
Manage capital investment projects from concept through to implementation
Drive continuous improvement using Lean Manufacturing, PDCA and structured problem-solving techniques
Improve production capacity, cycle times, OEE, quality and process capability
Reduce scrap, rework and manufacturing waste
Support production teams in resolving technical issues and implementing long-term solutions
Work collaboratively with Design, Quality, Production and Purchasing teams
Manage engineering and process changes in line with company procedures
Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation including PFMEA, Control Plans and Operator InstructionsEssential Experience & Qualifications

Minimum of two years' Production or Manufacturing Engineering experience within an automotive Tier 1 or FMCG manufacturing environment
Experience delivering New Product Introduction (NPI) projects
Strong understanding of APQP, PFMEA, Six Sigma and Statistical Process Control methodologies
Knowledge of manufacturing process design, cell layout and material flow principles
Experience using Lean Manufacturing techniques and continuous improvement methodologies
Project management experience with multiple engineering projects
Knowledge of CAD software, ideally AutoCAD
Degree in Manufacturing Engineering or a related engineering discipline (preferred)Required Skills

Excellent analytical and problem-solving ability
Strong project management and organisational skills
Effective communication and stakeholder management
Ability to influence and work collaboratively across cross-functional teams
Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on delivering measurable business improvements
Ability to quickly learn new technologies and manufacturing processesIf you're looking for an opportunity to work on exciting manufacturing projects, introduce new technologies and play a key role in shaping the future of production within a world-class engineering organisation, we'd love to hear from you