Process Engineer

VanRath Search & Selection; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Private healthcare for you and your...

Contributory pension scheme

Life assurance

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Training and career development

Employee discounts and wellbeing

Free on-site parking

Employee referral bonus

Growth with a global manufacturer

Job summary

VanRath Search & Selection in Londonderry, Northern Ireland, is recruiting a Process Engineer to join a leading global manufacturing team. You will develop, implement and continuously optimise manufacturing processes to improve efficiency and quality while supporting new product introduction.

Reporting to the Lead Engineer, you will collaborate with Production, Engineering, Quality and Supply Chain to drive CI initiatives, reduce waste and ensure safe, high-standard operations.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND (or higher) in Engineering, Manufacturing or related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
• Previous experience in Process/Manufacturing Engineering or Continuous Improvement roles.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and CI methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems (Oracle advantageous).
• Knowledge of fabrication, machining or heavy manufacturing processes.
• Experience using 3D CAD or modelling software.
• Involvement with ECOs or NPI is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement efficient, cost-effective manufacturing processes for new and existing products.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, quality and operational performance.
• Support production by resolving manufacturing issues through structured root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Work collaboratively with Production, Engineering and Quality teams to improve manufacturing processes.
• Create and maintain manufacturing documentation, work instructions and build packs.
• Support Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and New Product Introduction (NPI) activities.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing techniques including 5S, Line Balancing and Poka-Yoke.
• Ensure all manufacturing processes comply with health and safety standards.
• Analyse production performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Provide day-to-day engineering support to the manufacturing operation.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Organisational skills

Cross-functional teamwork

MS Office

ERP/MRP systems

3D CAD

NPI/ECO experience

Education

HNC/HND in Engineering/Manufacturing or related discipline

Tools

ERP/MRP systems (Oracle)

3D CAD software

Job description

Process Engineer (KYPENG0308) Londonderry, Northern Ireland

Salary: GBP40000 - GBP45000 per annum

Process Engineer

Join a Global Manufacturing Leader

VANRATH are delighted to be partnering with a leading global manufacturer to recruit a Process Engineer for their expanding engineering team in Campsie. This is an exciting opportunity to join a business investing heavily in new products, manufacturing capability and continuous improvement. You'll play a key role in developing and optimising manufacturing processes, improving production efficiency and supporting new product introduction within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The Role

Reporting to the Lead Engineer, you'll be responsible for developing, implementing and improving manufacturing processes to ensure production operates safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards. Working closely with Production, Engineering, Quality and Supply Chain teams, you'll identify opportunities to improve productivity, reduce waste and support continuous improvement initiatives across the manufacturing operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement efficient, cost-effective manufacturing processes for new and existing products.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, quality and operational performance.
• Support production by resolving manufacturing issues through structured root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Work collaboratively with Production, Engineering and Quality teams to improve manufacturing processes.
• Create and maintain manufacturing documentation, work instructions and build packs.
• Support Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and New Product Introduction (NPI) activities.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing techniques including 5S, Line Balancing and Poka-Yoke.
• Ensure all manufacturing processes comply with health and safety standards.
• Analyse production performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Provide day-to-day engineering support to the manufacturing operation.

About You

We're looking for a proactive engineer who enjoys problem-solving and driving process improvements within a manufacturing environment. You'll ideally have:

• HNC/HND (or higher) in Engineering, Manufacturing or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
• Previous experience within a Process Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or Continuous Improvement role.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems (Oracle experience advantageous).
• Knowledge of fabrication, machining or heavy manufacturing processes.
• Experience using 3D CAD or modelling software.
• Previous involvement in Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) or New Product Introduction (NPI).

What's on Offer?

• Performance bonus
• Private healthcare for you and your dependants
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Access to extensive training and career development programmes
• Employee discounts and wellbeing benefits
• Free on-site parking
• Employee referral bonus
• Opportunity to join a growing global manufacturer investing heavily in people and technology