Process Engineer

Prime Appointments Ltd; Colchester; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturing business is seeking a Process Engineer for a 6-month contract in Colchester. The role focuses on conducting time and motion studies to identify inefficiencies in production workflows. Candidates should have experience in similar roles, knowledge of fabrication processes, and strong analytical skills. Benefits include 25 days annual leave, pension contributions, and a sports and social club membership.

Benefits

25 days holiday per annum

Employer pension contribution (4%)

Life assurance

Sports and social club membership

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Process Engineer or Manufacturing Analyst.
• Familiarity with fabrication processes like laser cutting and welding.
• Understanding of cycle time analysis and lean manufacturing principles.

Responsibilities

• Conduct time and motion studies across operations.
• Identify inefficiencies in workflows.

Skills

Process improvement analysis

Time and motion studies

Lean manufacturing principles

Excellent observational skills

Strong written reporting ability

Job description

Overview

Process Engineer - Manufacturing and Production - 6-Month Contract - Colchester - £38,000 - £45,000

Are you a Process Engineer with a passion for process improvement and production analysis? We're working with a well-established manufacturing business in Colchester that produces large fabricated and electromechanical components used in national infrastructure projects. As part of their ongoing Continuous Improvement programme, they are looking for a Process Engineer to support a six-month cycle time and efficiency study across multiple production departments. This is a hands-on analytical role focusing on observation and recommendation, not implementation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct time and motion studies across machine and assembly operations
• Compare system cycle times to demonstrated times on the shop floor
• Break down processes into VA (Value Add), NVA (Non-Value Add), and NNVA (Necessary Non-Value Add) categories
• Identify inefficiencies in fabrication and assembly workflows
• Produce clear reports and practical recommendations to support CI initiatives
• Work closely with the CI team while reporting into the CI Lead

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Process Engineer, Manufacturing Analyst, or similar
• Familiarity with fabrication processes such as laser cutting, press braking, and welding
• Understanding of lean manufacturing principles and cycle time analysis
• Excellent observational and analytical skills
• Confident communicator with strong written reporting ability

Benefits

• 25 days holiday per annum (pro-rata)
• Employer pension contribution (4%)
• Life assurance
• Sports and social club membership

If you're a Process Engineer looking for a short-term opportunity where you can make a measurable impact through analysis and process insight, apply today with your CV or contact Mark at Prime Appointments for more information.