Process Development Engineer

MTrec Ltd Technical; Cramlington; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus structure

On-site parking

Pension scheme

Holiday entitlement + stats

Immediate starts

Blue chip clients

Job summary

MTrec Ltd Technical is recruiting for a Process Development Engineer to drive next-generation manufacturing processes and bespoke test equipment. You will work across concept to prototype and commercialisation in a collaborative, project-driven environment, supporting R&D and manufacturing teams.

The role focuses on developing new processes and equipment for advanced engineering applications, with opportunities to shape product development and qualification against ISO standards.

Qualifications

• Process knowledge in automated welding, fluid/gas control, electrical control systems, or data acquisition/evaluation.
• 3 years' experience in R&D, mechanical or manufacturing engineering.
• Experience in 3D modelling and 2D drawings.
• BEng / MEng qualified, or HNC with high level of experience.
• Experience in development of new process equipment and procedures.
• Experience in development of products.
• Experience in verification and qualification testing to ISO standards (or equivalent).
• Analytical skills and test report writing ability.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Confident individual, capable of working from own initiative.
• Work effectively as part of a team and possess good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of process methodology and process equipment for emerging technologies.
• Develop engineering designs, construct, commission and test novel process equipment and test equipment.
• Engage with internal stakeholders and external organisations to ensure successful development and qualification of new processes and products.
• Project management of development activities.
• Support commercial projects to exploit the new capability and ensure alignment with commercial requirements.
• Support R&D commercial projects and collaborative R&D projects.
• Liaise with manufacturing engineers and technicians to manufacture and test prototypes for customer applications and research projects.
• Liaise with Manufacturing Engineers and the Production Department to ensure processes align with internal processes.
• Provide problem-solving support to other departments.

Skills

Automated welding

Fluid/gas control

Electrical control systems

Data acquisition

Data evaluation

Good communication

Time management

Teamwork

Education

BEng / MEng or HNC with experience

Tools

3D Modelling

2D Drawings

Job description

The Rewards and Benefits on offer:

• A full time and Permanent contract from day 1!
• Immediate Starts Available.
• Company bonus structure
• Working with blue chip organisations/clients.
• Free On-site Parking.
• Company Pension Scheme.
• Holiday entitlement + Stats.

MTrec's New Client Opportunity:

MTrec Technical are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a leading advanced engineering and manufacturing organisation, seeking a Process Development Engineer. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced R&D or Manufacturing Engineer with a passion for process innovation and product development to play a pivotal role in developing next-generation manufacturing processes, bespoke test equipment, and cutting-edge technologies. Working within a collaborative, project-driven environment, you will support the full development lifecycle, from concept and process design through to prototype manufacture, testing, and commercialisation, contributing to pioneering technologies in the high-tech engineering sector.

The Job you will do:

• To support the development of process methodology and process equipment for emerging technologies.
• Develop engineering designs, construct, commission and test novel process equipment and test equipment.
• Engage with internal stakeholders and external organisations to ensure the successful development and qualification of new processes and products.
• Project management of development activities
• Support commercial projects to exploit the new capability and ensure alignment with commercial requirements.
• Support R&D commercial projects and collaborative R&D projects.
• Liaise with manufacturing engineers & technicians to manufacture and test prototypes for customer applications and research projects
• To liaise with Manufacturing Engineers and the Production Department to ensure that any processes introduced align with internal processes.
• To provide problem-solving support to other departments

About you:

• Process knowledge and experience in any of the following essential: automated welding, fluid/gas control and dispensing, electrical control systems, data acquisition and evaluation.
• R&D / Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering background (3 years' experience)
• Experience of 3D Modelling/2D Drawings
• BEng / MEng qualified, or HNC with high level of experience
• Experience in development of new process equipment and procedures
• Experience in development of products
• Experience in verification and qualification testing to ISO standards (or equivalent).
• Analytical skills and test report writing ability
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to meet strict deadlines
• Confident individual, capable of working from own initiative
• Work effectively as part of a team and possess good communication skills