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Production Engineer- UK
Murata Power Solutions —Milton Keynes
- Microsoft Word
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- Engineering
- Annual leave
- Life insurance
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Production Engineer- UK

Murata Power Solutions -
Milton Keynes

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Job details

Benefits

Annual leave
Company pension
Life insurance

Qualifications

Microsoft Word
Mechanical engineering
Microsoft Excel
Engineering
ISO 9001
Mentoring
Chinese
Communication skills
Rhinoceros 3D
Time management

Full job description

Location: Milton Keynes, GB, MK8 0ES

Date: May 15, 2026

Position Summary

The main function of the job is

To manage the process design & implementation of between 3-4 new development projects at any given time and deliver all projects within a 12-month cycle.
Develop production process & process controls for a variety of projects across several production sites, including the UK, China & Japan.
Provide technical support, occasioning first line support for MK Production department, including but not limited to; SMA, Hybrid assembly, Production Test, Dicing Line, Diced product Automatic Line, FHP Moulding Line, Encapsulation & Laser marking.
Provide support to our Celab site, when required.
Complete product transfers to Murata’s main manufacturing site in China.
Collaborate with process Engineering teams from our parent company in Japan, to develop automated processes.
To monitor & optimise the technical performance of the assembly equipment at both UK & China sites.
To organise and manage the effective delivery of tailored training plans for trainee technicians and production staff.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

The main duties of this role include:

To deliver all process design & implementation of designated/assigned product projects within a challenging 12-month cycle.
To provide technical support to manufacturing technicians in the department.
Provide technical support, occasioning first line support for all MK Production department processes, including Assembly, SMA, Test, Dicing Line, Diced product Automatic Line, FHP Moulding Line, Encapsulation & Laser marking. Ensuring minimal downtime & maximum output.
To complete mechanical product design concepts & development for a variety of projects.
To support prototype, pilot build & mass manufacturing process development across UK & China sites.
To complete production fixture design, build & qualification. Either outsourced or using the in-house CNC & 3D printing machines at MK.
General project management, including project leading, with regular project updates to Engineering Management team with daily updates to the project management system.
Creating process & product costings with labour times for various projects/products.
Design, co-ordinate and qualify internal & external product packaging.
To use/understand internal Systems/Software such as Aras, Avante, MES, Cut 2D CNC, Rhino/Fusion 360 3D design, Draftsight, CAD.
Create detailed Bill of materials for projects & products with detailed QPA’s.
Create detailed process documentation for new & legacy products such as Assembly Instructions, Workmanship Standards, Work Instructions, PFMEA’s, Control Plan, RA’s, workflows.
Create comprehensive batch yield & failure analysis reports for both UK & China sites.
Complete detailed product transfer packs for Murata’s manufacturing site in China, this includes Production readiness, transfer plans/schedules, training documents, qualification reports, failure analysis, general feedback.
To co-ordinate, organise & complete new product transfers to Murata’s manufacturing site in China for a variety of products & projects throughout the year. Completing the process within the specified deadlines, usually 4-6 weeks.
Working closely with and supporting the Production Department, Test Development, Development engineering, Drawing Office & Quality to achieve challenging deadlines & milestones. Projects are targeted to be completed within a 12-month period.
Process support of legacy products manufactured in China working with both the Chinese Engineering team & UK Sustaining Engineering.
To research, investigate & report on new process & automation options for both UK & China sites, attending PARM review meetings to contribute new innovative ideas & continuous improvement initiatives.

Job Duties/Responsibilities Cont.

To implement automation/new equipment/processes to Murata’s China site – Visits are required to setup, support, qualify & train the Engineering team in China.
To provide ongoing technical support, servicing & training for any implemented equipment at the China facility from the UK.
To complete supplier visits, audits and evaluations of various companies across various countries.
To organise, implement and maintain 5S throughout production at the UK site.
To follow & work in line with IATF 16949 Automotive standards for development projects, production processes and general operations, including contributing to periodic team gap analysis.
All staff to be made fully aware of the Health and Safety requirements of the Company.
To assist the Production Engineering Manager to identify and carry out the training requirements of staff.
To organise and manage the effective delivery of tailored training plans for trainee technicians and production staff.
Ensure any Specific Objectives and/or any Special Projects assigned by the Production Engineering Manager are completed on time.
To learn, maintain & support the following MK/China based automation machinery & equipment:

PCB de-panelling machine
Selective soldering machine
Automated product test station
Dicing Machine & associated line equipment
Diced product Automatic Line
FHP Moulding Line
Tape & Reel Equipment
Automated Measurement Systems
Routing/Tabletop CNC machines
3D Printers
Laser marking systems
Semi-Automated Transformer winding machines
Epoxy/Silicon/Polyurethane encapsulation machines
Product Marking Machines

Quality
Quality is the responsibility of all staff. This is to be initiated and emphasised at all levels of production, not only with the quality of the product, but also meeting the required service levels.

Experience Required

To effectively perform the duties of a Production Engineer, Individuals must be able to demonstrate a number of competencies that are essential to the position, which include:

Essential

Technical competency
Mentoring skills
Strong empathy
Excellent time management skills
Trustworthy
Flexibility
Good Problem solving
Self-Starter and Team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
HNC in an Engineering Discipline or appropriate years of Engineering/product experience.
Mechanical Engineering experience
Working knowledge or experience of IATF Automotive Standards
Working knowledge of ISO9001 and ISO14001 Standards
Excellent PC skills including Microsoft Word, Excel
Experience of creating and monitoring processes and procedures
3 plus years’ experience working in Manufacturing/Production Engineering environment

Work Environment

Travel

Willing to travel overseas when required

Competencies

Building and Supporting Teams

Communicating Effectively

Delivering High Quality Work

Evaluating and Implementing Ideas

Prioritizing and Organizing Work

Supporting Organizational Goals

Compensation Data

Dependent on experience

Benefits

Benefits for the roles include:

Staff Bonus Scheme
23 days holidays (increase to 26 after a period of time) Also the opportunity to an additional 4 days annual leave based on sick and working from home limits.
Pension Scheme (pays up to 7.5% of the employees’ salary as long as the employee matches the sum paid by the company)
Life Insurance (4 x employees salary)
Income Protection Cover

Other benefits:

Employee Appreciation day - celebrated in August for employees and their families
Christmas Celebrations
Hours of Work - 8.30am to 4.30pm with 1/2 hour for lunch

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