Process Engineer

An established manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Senior Process / Manufacturing Engineer to lead, inspire and deliver continuous improvement across engineering and production operations.
This is a hands-on role for a technically strong engineer who can combine leadership, structured problem-solving and project delivery to improve processes, introduce new machinery and support business growth.
The Role You will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day running of departmental activities while driving improvements aligned to business plans. Acting as a technical leader, you will invest knowledge into the workforce through training, clear communication and visible leadership.

Key responsibilities include:

Project management of new machinery, systems, equipment and process introductions
Supporting new product introduction and improvement of existing processes
Identifying and eliminating inefficiencies using tools such as 5 Whys, A3 and Root Cause Analysis
Cost estimating, documenting and supporting engineering changes
Investigating production non-conformances and implementing robust controls
Ensuring manufacturing processes are supported by appropriate training, documentation and quality controls
Ensuring compliance with current machinery, safety and environmental legislation
Delivering targeted improvement events using data-driven analysis
Reviewing improvement results to ensure objectives are met
Preparing reports and presenting updates to team members and senior management
Working closely with production support teams to reduce waste, minimise downtime and improve delivery performance
Supporting the development of an ongoing engineering roadmap aligned to business goalsSkills, Knowledge & Experience Essential:

Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent industry experience)
Strong mechanical and electronic engineering fundamentals within a manufacturing environment
Proven experience in Process Engineering or a similar role
Strong working knowledge of process engineering software
Knowledge of process-related standards
Ability to read and create engineering drawings
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Ability to optimise layouts, production lines, workflows and machine operations
Experience designing:

Pneumatic control systems
Electrical control systems
PLC and HMI software (design, modification and fault-finding)
Proficient with Microsoft Office systems
CNC programming experience
Energetic, positive and proactive approachIf this role is of interest, please apply now to be considered