Production Engineer

Schréder is the leading independent smart outdoor lighting solution provider worldwide. The company, founded in 1907, is present in over 70 countries on 5 continents. Our tradition of engineering means we have been at the forefront of innovation throughout our history. The latest wave of urbanism means that city centres are becoming more vital than ever: connectivity is crucial. Experts in Lightability, we propose lighting infrastructure that will play a pivotal role in building Smart Cities and future communication networks. Our purpose is to deliver an outstanding experience by accompanying our customers along every step of their journey, from design to after-sales service, including light, control systems, CCTV, WiFi, EV chargers and many more smart features. Environmentally, economically, and socially sustainable lighting has always been part of Schréder's DNA. We have already helped many cities, industries and sports venues worldwide to reduce their energy bills and carbon footprint by switching to LED technology. By integrating our control systems, they achieve further energy-savings and deliver a better people-centred experience. Our century-long experience has given us the clarity and insights to help cities transform their street lighting upgrades into the foundation for their smart city eco-systems. Our systems are open and interoperable to seamlessly interact with sensors and actuators deployed throughout public spaces and to solve existing and future needs. We are constantly pushing the limits of our technology to enable communities such as Valencia in Spain, Bad Hersfeld in Germany and Queensland in Australia to better manage their assets, reduce their expenditure and preserve their identity and their environment.

Job Summary

The Production Engineer is responsible for the development and implementation of production processes, equipment, jigs, fixtures and work instructions for the assembly of Schréder Australia's LED lighting and associated products. This includes leading productivity improvements to reduce assembly times, reduce waste, improve quality and safety as well as collaborating with engineering teams developing new or adapted products to ensure that these products have been designed and optimised for manufacture such as materials selection, ease of assembly, testing and final packaging.

Responsibilities

• Develop manufacturing processes by studying product assembly requirements.
• Design and develop test jigs and fixtures to assure product and process quality.
• Collaborate with the engineering teams to ensure new products introduced for assembly have been designed and optimised for manufacture.
• Prepare work instructions and testing procedures to ensure products are manufactured according to specification.
• Improve manufacturing efficiencies by analysing and planning workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout to reduce costs and maximize quality.
• Provide manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labour, and material costs.
• Prepare product and process reports by collecting, analysing, and summarising information and trends.
• Ensure equipment is safe and operational by coordinating maintenance and repair services.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Develop and test effective automated and manual systems.
• Organize and manage manufacturing workflows and resources.
• Resolve issues and delays in production.
• Train staff in new and existing processes.
• Ensure that manufacturing procedures follow quality, safety and environmental policies and regulations.
• Align production processes with Schréder group manufacturing systems and best practices.

Skills & Knowledge

Required

• Previous experience in a production/manufacturing engineering or similar role
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, fabrication methods and tool design
• Familiarity with manufacturing equipment and quality assurance techniques
• Commitment to quality, health and safety standards and environmental regulations
• Understanding of electrical principals for testing electrical products.
• Project management skills
• Problem-solving ability
• Teamwork skills

Educational Background & Professional Experience

Required

• Minimum of 4 years' experience in manufacturing.
• University degree qualified in a relevant engineering field.
• Relevant industry experience in product design.
• Experience in New Product Introduction
• Proficiency designing mechanical jigs and fixtures in CAD using SolidWorks or NX
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio

Desirable

• Experience in the design or manufacture of lighting products.
• Sound skills, knowledge and experience in Lean Manufacturing & 5S principals.
• Experience in automatic production methods, will be highly regarded.
• Knowledge with the development of Automated Test Equipment for electrical testing
• Programming skills in languages such as C++, Visual Basic, Java, C#, and Python

Note: This job description is a general outline of the typical duties and responsibilities of the role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. Job responsibilities may be subject to change based on organisational needs.

Respect is one of our Values. Our commitment to inclusivity goes hand in hand with our dedication to sustainability and the environment. Inclusivity is part of who we are, so we encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and are committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills, experiences and abilities.

We would like to hear from you if you have any feedback about our recruitment process. Please email us at [email protected].