Production Process Engineer

Introduction

Saab UK is part of Scandinavia’s largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training

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As part of the global entity Saab AB, Saab UK combines the innovative spirit of a start-up with the resources and expertise of a larger corporation. Globally, Saab employs over 24,000 people, with operations on every continent. Our partnerships with UK customers and industry mean we are able to deliver innovative solutions to complex challenges, anticipating the threats of tomorrow. We invest 23% of our annual revenue into research and development, collaborating with a range of partners including industry and academi

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The Rol

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This role is part of our Saab Seaeye Business Unit in Fareham. The role will aim to provide Production Engineering support for the assembly and testing of remotely operated vehicle sub-systems and production processes. In addition, ensure appropriate production processes, equipment, and facilities are in place to safely and consistently manufacture products to meet cost, time, and quality requireme

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Key Accountabilities and Responsibili

• ties:Attend SQCDP meetings and support a hands problem solving approach with Area Team Leader and Quality Engineering to achieve OTD and right first time object
• ives.Standardise processes and procedures to ensure consistency, minimise variation, and improve cross-department collabora
• tion.Own, document and train others on manufacturing process and stand
• ards.Assess compliance and adherence to safety/quality stand
• ards.Maintain manufacturing BOMs & Rout
• ings.Manage NPI transfer into production; develop, optimise, and implement factory floor la
• yout.Provide technical support for production and production con
• trol.Analyse data to drive continuous improvement of processes and workf

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Skills & Exper

• ience:Multi-disciplined Senior engineer with an electrical bias and experience in prototype wiring, testing and fault fi
• nding.Background in low-volume, one-off engineered products and systems; ideal for Production, Project, or Delivery Engi
• neers.Strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical engineering, particularly relating to products such as rack equipment, power supplies and subsea pods with integrated PCBs and connection systems. (Familiarity with IPC/WHMA-A-620 Class 3 workmanship stand
• ards).Minimum qualifications HNC/HND, Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience preferably in Electrical, Mechanical, Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related
• field.Hands-on production support experience in assembly, testing, and quality co
• ntrol.Relevant certifications (e.g., Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma Green Belt) are a plus; familiarity with hydraulics is also beneficial. (Support and training is available for Working with Electrics, High Voltages, and Hydrau

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General Accountabilities and Responsibi

• lities:Use initiative to develop effective solutions to day-to-day chal
• lenges.Maintain proficiency in relevant IT s
• ystems.Act ethically and with integrity at all
• times.Foster professional relationships and work cross-functionally to meet business obje
• ctives.Perform other duties as assigned by mana
• gement.Maximise productivity through process improvements and enhanced quality c

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By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security in