Continuous Improvement Engineer

Outsource UK; West of England; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Outsource UK is supporting a global engineering and manufacturing business in Bristol to appoint a Continuous Improvement Engineer who will embed Lean and Six Sigma across the site. The role is hands-on and focused on delivering measurable gains in productivity, quality and cost efficiency through structured CI initiatives.

You will train teams, coach stakeholders and implement standardised processes, facilitating root cause analysis and problem solving with cross‑functional colleagues to embed

Qualifications

• Experience applying Lean Six Sigma in manufacturing or engineering environments.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional improvement projects.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Lean Six Sigma training and mentor teams at all levels.
• Lead CI projects to reduce waste and improve operational performance.
• Define and maintain process standards and best practices.
• Facilitate structured problem-solving and root cause analysis.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Training teams

Stakeholder engagement

Root cause analysis

Job description

We’re working with a global engineering and manufacturing business seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer to drive operational excellence across its UK site in Bristol.

This is a hands‑on role focused on embedding Lean and Six Sigma principles, delivering measurable improvements in productivity, quality, and cost efficiency. You’ll lead improvement initiatives across the business, training teams, coaching stakeholders, and implementing standardised processes. Working cross‑functionally, you’ll facilitate problem‑solving sessions, drive root cause analysis, and ensure continuous improvement becomes part of the wider culture.

Key responsibilities required for the CI Engineer role:

• Deliver Lean Six Sigma training and mentor teams at all levels
• Lead CI projects to reduce waste and improve operational performance
• Define and maintain process standards and best practices
• Facilitate structured problem‑solving and root cause analysis

Experience required for the CI Engineer role:

• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience working in complex, fast‑paced environments

This is an excellent opportunity for a CI professional looking to take ownership of impactful projects within a well-established, innovation‑led organisation.