Production Engineer
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This employer issued few or no visas recently
£45,000
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role may qualify only on a lower rate
Anyone can use the standard rate, and the pay is below it. If you are a new entrant or a PhD holder, you can use a lower rate, and the pay clears the new entrant rate. On the jobs board, Standard hides roles like this and the new entrant rate shows them as Possible at most.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2125 Production and process engineers Most likely code | £33,400 Clears | £36,000 Misses | £40,500 Misses | £45,000 Misses |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. A mark is for the top of the advertised pay. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
We are a leading manufacturer of high-quality printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) and custom cable assemblies, serving clients across industries including aerospace, automotive, medical, and Robotics. With a commitment to precision, innovation, quality and customer satisfaction, we are looking for a detail-orientated, reliable and innovative Production Engineer to join us.
Job Summary
A successful Production Engineer is an independent thinker, and a problem-solver.: they diagnose problems, train staff and provide effective recommendations to both customers and production. As a key member of our growing team, you will be responsible for optimising how our products are built and supporting the production team on a day to day to basis – from training workers in the responsible use of machinery, to identifying & solving problems in the production line.
Responsibilities
· Build documentation & Packs – review incoming technical documentation for new orders and compile comprehensive build packs to guide shop floor manufacturing
· Tooling & Ergonomics - assess tooling needs, estimate costs for new assembly quotes and develop custom tooling aids that made production safer and more efficient
· Client & Project Technical Support: Serve as the main engineering contact for dedicated customer accounts, managing ongoing projects and handling technical enquiries.
· Workflow & Schedule Management: Establish clear delivery timelines for engineering tasks, keeping projects on track alongside production schedules and management guidelines.
· Ensure all daily engineering activities align with our company environmental guidelines to support sustainable manufacturing.
Qualifications
- Proven qualifications / experience in manufacturing or production engineering.
- A team player, who wants to learn and is prepared to do what it takes to fulfil their brief
We are a fast-growing business and are looking to employ people keen to join us on this journey. While engineering experience is important, we equally rate enthusiasm, energy, a commitment to learning and, most importantly, a can-do attitude. Apply now!
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Bonus Plan
- Death in Service Insurance
- Access to Private Health
- No holiday deduction for Christmas closure
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
Salary: From £35,000
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Where this offer sits in the market
Production and process engineers (SOC 2125) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~56k in sample- Middle half £37,128–55,276
- Median £45,292
- Going rate £45,000
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–40,500
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Arkle Electronic Systems Limited holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2125 going rate of £45,000. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.