Process Engineer

Connected Search Group; Grimethorpe; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company near Barnsley is seeking a Process Engineer to lead continuous improvement and automation projects. This role focuses on optimizing manufacturing performance through analysis and implementation of process changes. The ideal candidate will have a degree in engineering, strong analytical abilities, and experience with automation systems. Competitive salary and opportunities for professional development are offered.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Competitive benefits

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Practical experience of automation and industrial control systems.
• Desirable: formal Lean / Six Sigma training.

Responsibilities

• Analyse production workflows and identify improvement opportunities.
• Implement changes to processes or equipment to reduce waste.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using lean techniques.

Skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Facilitation skills

Lean / Six Sigma training

Education

Degree in Industrial / Manufacturing / Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PLC

SCADA

Job description

Overview

Connected Engineering is collaborating with an established, well-resourced manufacturing business based near Barnsley seeking a hands-on Process Engineer to lead continuous improvement, drive automation projects and optimise manufacturing performance.

The Role

You'll analyse production processes, identify opportunities to improve efficiency and yield, and lead the delivery of technical and process changes. Day-to-day, you'll work closely with maintenance, production and engineering teams to implement control/automation improvements, embed lean practices and deliver measurable cost and performance benefits.

Responsibilities

• Analyse production workflows, layouts and resource utilisation to identify improvement opportunities.
• Carry out time-and-motion/work-measurement studies and labour utilisation assessments.
• Recommend and implement changes to processes, layouts or equipment to reduce waste and increase throughput.
• Design, develop and support industrial control/automation solutions (PLC/SCADA/other control systems).
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives using lean and data-driven approaches; apply Six Sigma tools where appropriate.
• Facilitate workshops and training to embed improvement culture across operations.
• Develop and maintain KPIs, dashboards and performance metrics; produce cost-benefit analyses and reports for senior stakeholders.
• Collaborate with production, maintenance and engineering to deliver projects to time and budget.
• The above list is representative, not exhaustive; duties will evolve with the business and the role.

Skills & Experience

• Degree in Industrial / Manufacturing / Mechanical Engineering or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Practical experience of automation and industrial control systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a track record of delivering process improvements.
• Good communicator with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Comfortable facilitating training and workshops; able to mentor colleagues.
• Desirable: formal Lean / Six Sigma training or equivalent continuous improvement experience.

Behaviours we value

• Collaborative team player who builds strong relationships.
• Self-motivated with a drive for results and continuous development.
• Adaptable to change and able to operate effectively with ambiguity.
• Customer-focused and organised with a methodical approach to projects.

What's on offer

• £45k to £50k + annual bonus
• Competitive benefits
• Responsibility for visible, high-impact projects and the chance to shape process strategy.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Competitive salary and benefits package (details provided at interview stage)