Manufacturing Process Engineer (CCM)

ITM Power; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BAYE share scheme

Birthday holiday

Lifestyle Discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Health Cash Plan

Eye Care

Gym Scheme

Life assurance

EV Car Leasing

Enhanced Parental Leave

Onsite parking with EV charging

Job summary

ITM Power is seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer to join our Production Engineering team in the CCM area. The role focuses on industrialisation, optimization and continuous improvement of catalyst coated membrane manufacturing processes, with hands-on support to ensure stable, high-quality production and smooth integration of new equipment.

You will work with internal teams and suppliers to meet performance, quality and cost targets, driving CI activities, capital projects and standard

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or related discipline or equivalent experience/qualification.
• Experience in manufacturing, process engineering or industrialisation within a production environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, industrial equipment and automation systems.
• Experience supporting equipment introduction projects, including equipment specification, commissioning, and FAT/SAT activities.
• Good understanding of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies (e.g. PFMEA, Kaizen).
• Experience with process optimisation, root cause analysis and data-driven manufacturing improvement.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Experience contributing to design or process improvements within manufacturing environments.
• Strong project coordination and organisational skills within technical or manufacturing projects.
• Familiarity with risk-based engineering approaches such as FMEA and change management.
• Comfortable working cross-functionally with suppliers, engineering teams and production stakeholders.
• Significant relevant industrial experience in manufacturing, process engineering, or industrialisation roles.

Responsibilities

• Support industrialisation and continuous improvement of CCM manufacturing processes.
• Define and maintain manufacturing standards including SOPs, process parameters, routing and engineering documentation.
• Support introduction of new equipment and automated systems into production, including equipment specification, supplier engagement, FAT/SAT, commissioning and production handover.
• Deliver process improvement activities focused on yield, throughput, quality, cost reduction and process stability.
• Provide hands-on technical support to production, including troubleshooting, root cause analysis and process optimisation.
• Support engineering change management, including FMEA, process updates and controlled implementation of changes.
• Support factory layout, workflow optimisation and workplace organisation activities.
• Contribute to CapEx projects and manufacturing improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate manufacturing documentation and support knowledge sharing across the team.
• Work collaboratively with engineering, production, quality, maintenance teams and external suppliers to support manufacturing objectives.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

FMEA

Root cause analysis

Data-driven decision making

Cross-functional collaboration

Project coordination

Engineering drawings interpretation

Education

Degree in Engineering or related discipline

HND/HNC with relevant manufacturing experience

Tools

PFMEA

Kaizen

Change management

Job description

We have an opportunity for a Manufacturing Process Engineer who will be a key member of the Production Engineering team responsible for supporting the industrialisation, optimization and continuous improvement of Catalyst Coated Membrane manufacturing processes. The role focuses on enabling a stable, scalable and high-quality production process through hands-on engineering support, structured problem solving and continuous improvement activities. A core aspect of the role is supporting the introduction of new equipment and processes into manufacturing. This includes contributing to equipment specification, supporting supplier engagement, assisting with commissioning activities and ensuring smooth integration into production. The Manufacturing Process Engineer will work closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure equipment and processes meet performance, quality and cost expectations. The role also plays an active part in continuous improvement across the CCM area, driving improvements in yield, throughput, cost and workplace organisation. This includes applying structured CI methodologies, supporting capital improvement proposals and helping build the systems and standards required for repeatable, high-volume manufacturing. Working closely with the Principal Engineer and production teams, the Manufacturing Process Engineer captures, stabilises and continuously improves process knowledge to support scalable CCM manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Support industrialisation and continuous improvement of CCM manufacturing processes.
• Define and maintain manufacturing standards including SOPs, process parameters, routing and engineering documentation.
• Support introduction of new equipment and automated systems into production, including equipment specification, supplier engagement, FAT/SAT, commissioning and production handover.
• Deliver process improvement activities focused on yield, throughput, quality, cost reduction and process stability.
• Provide hands-on technical support to production, including troubleshooting, root cause analysis and process optimisation.
• Support engineering change management, including FMEA, process updates and controlled implementation of changes.
• Support factory layout, workflow optimisation and workplace organisation activities.
• Contribute to CapEx projects and manufacturing improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate manufacturing documentation and support knowledge sharing across the team.
• Work collaboratively with engineering, production, quality, maintenance teams and external suppliers to support manufacturing objectives.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or related discipline, or equivalent experience/qualification (e.g. HND/HNC with relevant manufacturing experience)
• Experience in manufacturing, process engineering, or industrialisation within a production environment
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, industrial equipment and automation systems
• Experience supporting equipment introduction projects, including equipment specification, commissioning, and FAT/SAT activities
• Good understanding of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies (e.g. PFMEA, Kaizen)
• Experience with process optimisation, root cause analysis and data-driven manufacturing improvement
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation
• Experience contributing to design or process improvements within manufacturing environments
• Strong project coordination and organisational skills within technical or manufacturing projects
• Familiarity with risk-based engineering approaches such as FMEA and change management
• Comfortable working cross-functionally with suppliers, engineering teams and production stakeholders
• Significant relevant industrial experience in manufacturing, process engineering, or industrialisation roles

Skills and Abilities

• Strong ownership mindset with the ability to work independently and take responsibility for delivery and continuous improvement activities
• Highly organised and adaptable, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver against agreed milestones
• Proactive and improvement-focused, confident in identifying opportunities and bringing forward new ideas
• Structured, logical and data-driven approach to problem solving and decision making
• Self-aware, open to feedback and willing to continuously learn and develop within the role
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, able to work effectively across technical and operational teams
• Professional and reliable, with a consistent focus on delivering high-quality engineering outcomes

ITM is at the forefront of the green hydrogen industry, designing and manufacturing cutting-edge PEM electrolysers that are instrumental in global decarbonisation efforts. With over two decades of scientific expertise, we’ve established ourselves as industry leaders in clean energy technology.

Our Journey and Growth As pioneers in green hydrogen technology, ITM is offering the most advanced PEM electrolyser technology in the world. Founded in 2000, ITM Power PLC was one of the first companies of its kind to be listed on the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange. Headquartered in the UK, our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility is the world's first largest PEM Gigafactory in commercial operation, and home to our R&D and manufacturing. ITM Power Germany is our hub in the heart of the EU. This facility not only houses regional functions including business development and engineering, but also our Aftersales services with the ability to quickly deploy stacks.

Innovation and Impact Our PEM electrolysers are deployed in some of the world's largest green hydrogen projects. We continue to push the boundaries of technology, enhancing cost-effectiveness and sustainability.

Join Our Mission ITM is in the midst of a transformative phase, focusing on streamlined delivery and operational excellence. We're seeking talented individuals who share our passion for clean energy and our drive to make a tangible impact on the world's transition to net-zero. You will be working with an inspiring bunch of people, encouraging each other to be the best we can. We've come a long way, join us in the next step of our incredible journey!

The opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in a rapidly growing industry, within a dynamic environment where you can shape the future of energy and work with a team that's actively addressing global climate challenges. Our corporate culture values safety, integrity and continuous improvement.

Benefits

A competitive salary and an excellent contributory pension, 25 days holiday and a wider range of benefits including:

• Buy as you earn (BAYE) share scheme
• Birthday holiday
• Lifestyle Discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Health Cash Plan
• Eye Care
• Gym Scheme
• Life assurance
• EV Car Leasing
• Enhanced Parental Leave
• Our onsite parking includes free electric car charging points

We know your career is important to you, it's important to us too, which is why we also offer opportunities for you to grow and develop your career. If you are looking to join a growing, dynamic business and want to be part of our amazing team we would love to hear from you.

Our success is driven by the exceptional diversity of our people.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to promoting and creating a diverse and inclusive environment where we encourage our employees to learn and grow, fuelled by mutual respect in a place where ideas flow and thrive.