1. Monitor and review all engineering processes, documentation, tools, plant, and computer software to ensure that these operate effectively and are appropriate to meet production targets.
2. Recommend design requirements and modifications to the company's products to ensure that they meet production standards and existing and future customer requirements.
3. Review and evaluate any new equipment and processes to ensure that they meet production requirements.
4. Review the engineering process and cost implications of the proposed new products.
5. Recommend any necessary changes to engineering processes to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and product quality.
6. Establish and maintain contacts with external suppliers to advise them of any design constraints and requirements on the machinery and equipment supplied.
7. Maintain an awareness of developments in the field of production engineering to ensure that the company continues to apply the most effective processes and equipment.