Graduate Process Engineer

VanRath; Lisburn; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Lisburn seeks a driven Graduate Process Engineer to enhance production processes and operational efficiency. This role provides hands-on experience in a collaborative environment, offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including professional memberships, health benefits, and generous annual leave.

Benefits

32 days annual leave

Company life assurance

Health benefits package

Paid professional memberships

Employee referral scheme and loyalty bonuses

Attendance vouchers

Staff discount on products (50%)

On-site parking

DELL corporate discounts

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering required.
• Strong interest in continuous improvement and efficiency needed.
• Experience with CAD and Microsoft Office essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design and implementation of workflow improvements.
• Perform time studies and layout optimisation.
• Support new product introduction across production lines.

Skills

Continuous improvement

Manufacturing efficiency

Communication skills

Organisation skills

Project skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

CAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Graduate Process Engineer - Manufacturing

- Location: Lisburn, Northern Ireland
- Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
- Working Hours: 37.5 hours/week

• Monday-Thursday: 8:30am-5:00pm
• Friday: 8:30am-2:00pm
• Flexi-time policy in place

- Starting Salary: £28,500

• Incremental rise to £34,000 over 24 months

We're seeking a driven and detail-oriented Graduate Process Engineer to join a forward-thinking manufacturing company based in Lisburn. This is a fantastic opportunity for an engineering graduate to gain hands-on experience optimising production processes, reducing waste, and improving operational efficiency in a high-quality, bespoke manufacturing environment.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Assist in the design and implementation of workflow and process improvements using Lean Manufacturing principles
• Carry out time studies, line balancing, and layout optimisation for production areas
• Support new product introduction and continuous improvement projects across multiple production lines
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Production, Quality, and NPD teams
• Maintain and update Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Use data to support capital equipment investment proposals
• Analyse production metrics to identify areas for cost, waste, and quality improvements
• Communicate project progress and findings across departments
• Liaise with suppliers and customers to resolve technical challenges

What We're Looking For:
Essential:

• Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering
• Strong interest in continuous improvement and manufacturing efficiency
• Experience working with CAD and Microsoft Office
• Demonstrable communication, organisation, and project skills
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Desirable:

• 1 year+ experience in a manufacturing/process engineering role
• Familiarity with MRP systems and ISO 9001 standards
• Previous use of Lean tools and techniques
• Experience working within a structured NPD or engineering change process

What's On Offer:
Competitive Graduate Salary Progression

• £28,500 starting salary rising to £34,000 over two years

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• 32 days annual leave (increasing with service)
• Company life assurance (after 12 months)
• Health benefits package after 6 months
• Paid professional memberships
• Employee referral scheme and loyalty bonuses
• Attendance vouchers and recognition programmes
• Staff discount on products (50%)
• On-site parking
• DELL corporate discounts

This is an ideal opportunity for a motivated engineering graduate to join a progressive manufacturing business and fast-track their development in a collaborative, innovative environment.

If this role is of interest or you would like to discuss any other potential roles, feel free to reach out to Karl Yellop on 02890 330250 or [e-mail]