Continuous Improvement and Process Engineer

We’re recruiting on behalf of our client, a leading bespoke vehicle manufacturer, for a Continuous Improvement & Process Engineer to join their engineering and production team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Lean or CI professional to make a real impact — driving process improvements, reducing waste, and improving product quality across engineering, production, and after-sales functions.

If you’re passionate about Lean Manufacturing, data-driven decision-making, and quality improvement within the HGV / vehicle manufacturing industry, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

Lead Continuous Improvement (CI) and Lean projects to optimise processes, workflow, and product quality.

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Identify and eliminate inefficiencies using Lean, Kaizen, and Six Sigma tools.

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Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to improve consistency and safety.

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Analyse production and warranty performance data to drive strategic decisions.

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Collaborate with Engineering, Production, and After-Sales teams to resolve process and technical issues.

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Investigate warranty claims, analyse root causes, and implement corrective actions.

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Review engineering drawings and build specifications to ensure compliance and accuracy.

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Drive a Continuous Improvement culture through training and knowledge sharing.

Key Skills & Experience

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Strong understanding of HGV systems (chassis, hydraulics, body, electrical).

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Experience with Lean Manufacturing / CI methodologies (Kaizen, Six Sigma, 5S).

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Knowledge of warranty processes and cost recovery.

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Skilled in data analysis, KPI tracking, and process optimisation.

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Ability to interpret technical drawings and engineering documentation.

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Excellent problem-solving and cross-functional communication skills.

Desirable Qualifications

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Degree or HND in Mechanical, Automotive, or Manufacturing Engineering (or similar).

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Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent CI certification.

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Background in HGV manufacturing, vehicle conversion, or after-sales environments.

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Experience with SolidWorks or process analytics tools.

Benefits

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Competitive salary

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Full-time, permanent position

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Opportunity to lead impactful process and quality improvements

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Supportive, growing engineering environment