Process Engineer

Carbon 60; Aberystwyth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Aberystwyth is seeking a Process Engineer to translate design intent into manufacturing data for aircraft production. The role involves compiling technical instructions, implementing best practices, and project managing manufacturing processes. Ideal candidates will have experience with lean manufacturing, aerospace production, and excellent communication and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Process Engineering role within aerospace or manufacturing.
• Ability to translate design intent into technical manufacturing data.
• Knowledge of aircraft production processes.

Responsibilities

• Compile technical instructions and Manufacturing Engineering data.
• Implement best practice methods and tools.
• Deliver detailed work preparation definitions.
• Ensure work meets regulatory requirements.
• Project manage detail manufacture and process improvements.
• Evaluate manufacturing process capacity.
• Provide shopfloor support to operations.

Skills

Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles

Proficiency in using business management tools (ideally SAP)

Ability to make informed business decisions

Working knowledge of Manufacturing Engineering

Experienced knowledge of aircraft production

Understanding of cross‑functional relationships

Excellent communication skills

Strong leadership skills

Tools

SAP

Job description

Carbon60 is seeking a talented Process Engineer to join their client based in Broughton. As a Process Engineer, you will play a crucial role in translating design intent into technical instructions and manufacturing data for aircraft production.

Key Responsibilities:

• Compile and control technical instructions and Manufacturing Engineering data for aircraft detail manufacture, assembly, test, and certification
• Implement best practice methods, tools, and processes to meet current and future business requirements
• Deliver detailed work preparation definition, including routings, BOMs, SOIs, and STV calculations
• Ensure all work and documentation meet departmental procedural and regulatory requirements
• Project manage detail manufacture, assembly, test, and certification methods, tools, and process improvements
• Evaluate manufacturing process capacity and recommend design changes as needed
• Provide electrical/mechanical shopfloor support to operations, supply chain, and Final Assembly Lines

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles
• Proficiency in using current business management tools, ideally SAP
• Ability to work from first principles in manufacturing disciplines and make informed business decisions
• Working knowledge of Manufacturing Engineering, Design, and other Business Information Systems
• Experienced knowledge of aircraft production, engineering methods, and procedures
• Understanding of cross‑functional relationships and interactions
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong leadership skills and self‑motivation

Why Join This Company?

This leading aerospace company offers a dynamic and challenging work environment, with opportunities for professional development and growth. The successful candidate will be part of a team dedicated to delivering innovative solutions and pushing the boundaries of aircraft manufacturing.

If you are interested in this role and would like to know more, please apply with an updated CV and one of our consultants will be in touch.

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