Process Engineer

Process Engineer – Heat Treatment & Metallurgy
Knowsley, Merseyside
Salary: £50,000 – £55,000 (DOE)
Mon – Fri Days
Permanent, Full-Time

About the Role:
My client is a specialist in carbon-ceramic materials and is looking for a Process Engineer to focus on heat treatment and metallurgy within their advanced manufacturing operation.

You'll lead key thermal processes (e.g. carbonisation, CVD, pyrolysis), support new product introductions, and drive continuous improvement to ensure consistent, high-quality outcomes.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Develop, document, and optimise high-temperature thermal processes

Analyse microstructures, phase transformations, and failure investigations

Collaborate across teams to improve yield, reduce variation, and support NPI

Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and audit requirements

What You’ll Need:

Degree in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

3+ years in a process engineering environment

Strong understanding of thermal processes and materials behaviour

Hands-on problem-solving and excellent documentation skills

Nice to Have:

Experience with composites, ceramics, or vacuum/inert furnaces

Six Sigma or lean manufacturing background

Materials testing knowledge

What’s on Offer:

£50,000 – £55,000 salary 

Interested?
Apply now to explore this great opportunity with a high-growth manufacturing business