Production Engineer Lymington Full-time | Dayshift | 39 hours per week The Company Our client is a well-established, internationally recognised engineering and manufacturing group, supplying high-technology components into aerospace, defence, energy, and advanced industrial sectors. Their Lymington-based precision engineering division is known for producing highly complex, tight-tolerance components and assemblies, supported by state-of-the-art machining capabilities and a strong reputation for quality and innovation. The Opportunity As a Production Engineer, you’ll play a key role in bringing complex components to life — from programming and proving out CNC processes to driving continuous improvement across production. This is a hands-on, technically challenging role where your expertise will directly impact quality, efficiency, and manufacturing capability. What You’ll Be Doing * Develop online & offline CNC programs from engineering drawings and 3D models * Set, prove, and optimise programs across 3, 4 & 5-axis machining centres * Create process plans, routings, and documentation within ERP systems (IFS) * Design fixtures, tooling, and manufacturing solutions * Analyse and improve existing machining methods * Investigate production issues and implement root cause solutions * Collaborate closely with engineering, quality, and shop floor teams * Produce 2D stage drawings and 3D models to support manufacture * Drive continuous improvement and best practice across production What We’re Looking For * Minimum 5 years’ experience in manufacturing engineering * Strong CNC programming capability (multi-axis milling/turning) * Experience with Mazak Integrex machines (highly desirable) * Solid understanding of GD&T and tight tolerance machining * Ability to work with a wide range of materials and treatments * Experience with CAD/CAM systems (Mastercam advantageous) * Knowledge of ERP systems (IFS preferred) * Confident working independently and within a team * Passion for engineering excellence and continuous improvement Qualifications * Engineering qualification (City & Guilds / NVQ or equivalent) * Apprentice-trained (desirable) * Full UK driving licence * Eligibility to work in the UK What’s in It for You? * Competitive salary + profit share scheme * Excellent pension & life assurance * 34 days holiday (incl. bank holidays) * Health cash plan & wellbeing support * Cycle to Work scheme * Employee discounts & assistance programme * Free on-site parking * Real career progression opportunities within a global engineering group Why Apply? This is more than just a programming role — it’s a chance to work on high-spec, complex engineering projects in an environment that values precision, innovation, and continuous improvement. If you’re a skilled CNC Programmer / Production Engineer looking for your next challenge in a high-performance manufacturing environment, this is a fantastic opportunity