Process Engineer

Interaction Recruitment; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in industrial technology is seeking an experienced Process Engineer in Cambridge. This full-time, permanent role offers competitive compensation and a dynamic work environment focused on continuous improvement and innovation. Ideal candidates will have a degree in engineering or equivalent experience in manufacturing process development, with strong skills in problem-solving and change management.

Benefits

Life Assurance Scheme X2

Health Cash Plan & Private Medical Insurance

Company Pension Scheme Employee 3% - Employer 6%

22 days annual leave + public holidays

Dental Insurance

Holiday Buy Back Scheme

Training development and progression routes

Qualifications

• Degree in an Engineering-related discipline or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing process development.
• Skilled in structured problem-solving and root cause analysis.
• Experience with Six Sigma, Lean, or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Familiarity with materials and precision techniques.

Responsibilities

• Develop, support, and optimise manufacturing processes.
• Implement measures to improve consistency.
• Conduct root cause analysis on manufacturing issues.
• Identify and prioritise cost-saving opportunities.
• Support the introduction of new equipment and technologies.

Skills

Structured problem-solving

Root cause analysis

Data reporting

Manufacturing process development

Change management

Six Sigma

Lean methodologies

Education

Degree in an Engineering-related discipline

Tools

Metrology systems

CAD tools

Job description

Role: Process Engineer
Location: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Salary: GBP40,000-GBP50,000 per annum Dependant on Experience
Hours: Monday Friday, 08 00 Flexible hours available
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

The Client:

Interaction Recruitment have partnered with a global leader in industrial inkjet technology to onboard an experienced Process Engineer for their operations in Cambridgeshire. Known for driving innovation in precision manufacturing, this organisation offers a dynamic environment where creativity and collaboration are key to delivering cutting-edge solutions. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking team that values continuous improvement, supports professional development, and is shaping the future of industrial printing.

The Package:

• Life Assurance Scheme X2
• Health Cash Plan & Private Medical Insurance
• Company Pension Scheme Employee 3% - Employer 6%
• 22 days annual leave + public holidays (30 days overall)
• Dental Insurance
• Holiday Buy Back Scheme
• Training development and progression routes into leadership

The Duties:

• Develop, support, and optimise manufacturing processes to reduce variation, rework, and reject rates
• Implement in-process measures and controls to improve consistency
• Conduct root cause analysis on manufacturing issues
• Identify and prioritise cost-saving opportunities
• Propose, risk-assess, implement, and validate changes to existing processes
• Support the introduction of new equipment and technologies

The Requirements:

• Degree in an Engineering-related discipline or equivalent hands-on experience
• Strong understanding of manufacturing process development, control, and change management
• Skilled in structured problem-solving, root cause analysis, and data reporting
• Experience with Six Sigma, Lean, or continuous improvement methodologies
• Familiarity with materials and precision techniques such as adhesives, laser processing, machining, and functional testing
• Knowledge of metrology systems (optical, tactile, vision), CAD tools, and automated assembly or programming

Interaction Recruitment:
We have specialist consultants across various industries within the UK, including but not limited to Finance & IT, Technical & Engineering, Industrial, Commercial, and Hospitality. We offer both temporary and permanent support.

For more information regarding this position or to discuss other opportunities, contact us at:
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