Process Development Engineer

RUTH WAGSTAFF RECRUITMENT LIMITED; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Process Development Engineer to enhance manufacturing processes and product quality. This role involves collaborating with global teams to develop innovative solutions, ensuring seamless integration from design to production. With a focus on thermoplastics, you will lead the charge in process optimization and mentor fellow engineers. This position offers a competitive salary and a dynamic work environment, where your expertise will contribute significantly to the company's success. Join a forward-thinking team and make an impact in a high-tech manufacturing setting.

Benefits

10% annual bonus

25 days holidays plus bank holidays

Onsite gym

Subsidised canteen

Modern facility

Qualifications

• 6–10 years’ experience in manufacturing/process development roles.
• Solid background in working with thermoplastics and injection moulding.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead process development for new product launches and global manufacturing.
• Evaluate manufacturing effectiveness and identify process improvements.
• Mentor colleagues and promote best practices in process development.

Skills

Thermoplastics

Process Development

DFM Reviews

FMEA

GD&T

SPC

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Lean Practitioner Level II

Six Sigma Green Belt

Education

Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Materials)

Tools

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Job description

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A global leader in precision engineering is seeking an experienced Process Development Engineer to drive the development, validation, and integration of new manufacturing processes—connecting design, testing, and production to deliver world-class product performance and quality.

Using your technical manufacturing knowledge (ideally with thermoplastics), you will act as the technical link between design / testing, and manufacturing teams to develop the processes for new products. This may be via process changes, new tooling, or new machinery.

As the Process Development Engineer you will liaise with engineers and departments in other countries (mainly USA and Switzerland) whilst developing the information/processes to manufacture the products at the Nottingham facility.

Package

• c£60k dependent on experience
• Up to 10% company annual bonus scheme
• 25 Days Holidays plus bank holidays
• Modern, clean facility with access to an onsite gym
• Subsidised canteen
• Office/site based
  
  

Key Responsibilities Of Process Development Engineer

• Lead process development activities for new product launches and global manufacturing transfers
• Develop and optimise tools and processes from prototype through to production scale
• Conduct DFM reviews, PFMEAs, and validation protocols
• Evaluate manufacturing effectiveness and identify improvements in processes, equipment, and product quality
• Support supplier development, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration
• Mentor colleagues and promote best practices in process development
  
  

What You’ll Need

• Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Materials, or similar)
• 6–10 years’ experience in manufacturing/process development roles
• Solid background in working with thermoplastics—injection moulding, welding, assembly, etc.
• Expertise in GD&T, SPC, FMEA, and process control tools
• Proficiency with SolidWorks and Microsoft Office
• Lean Practitioner Level II or Six Sigma Green Belt preferred
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
  
  

Why Apply?

As the Process Development Engineer you’ll play a pivotal role in bridging innovation and production—translating engineering ideas into robust, scalable manufacturing solutions within a global, high-tech environment.

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Seniority level

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  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Outsourcing and Offshoring Consulting

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