Process Engineer

First Recruitment Services; Lancing; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Lancing is seeking a Process Engineer to enhance and optimize manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years' experience in a relevant engineering role, including Six Sigma and CAD expertise. Key responsibilities include developing processes, leading validations, and collaborating with various teams to deliver technical solutions. This role offers a competitive salary of £35,000 to £42,000 and a supportive work environment with opportunities for skill development.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

Monday–Friday working week

Opportunities to develop your skills

Qualifications

• At least 2+ years’ experience as a Process Engineer or similar.
• Experience working in a process, production, or manufacturing engineering environment.
• Confident using CAD with an understanding of process validation.

Responsibilities

• Developing, optimising, and validating manufacturing processes and tooling.
• Driving improvements across production workflows.
• Creating and maintaining SOPs and PPDs.
• Supporting validation activities and leading customer audits.
• Using CAD and statistical tools to analyse processes.
• Training and supporting colleagues on new equipment and processes.

Skills

Six Sigma

CAD

Statistical analysis

Process validation

Communication

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Process Engineering or similar

Job description

Position: Process Engineer

• Salary: £35,000 – £42,000
• Location: Lancing
• Hours: 37.5 hours Monday to Friday
• Free onsite parking

We have a new opportunity for a Process Engineer to join a manufacturing company based in Lancing. The role focuses on developing, optimising, and continuously improving manufacturing processes. This is a customer‑facing position with opportunities to visit sites, lead validations, and contribute to high‑value, complex projects.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience working as a Process Engineer or similar with at least 2+ years’ experience. You’ll have a proven background in a process, manufacturing, or production environment and bring practical Six Sigma experience, with a strong understanding of CAD, statistical analysis, and process validation.

As a Process Engineer, your key responsibilities will include:

• Developing, optimising, and validating manufacturing processes and tooling
• Driving improvements across production workflows to boost quality, efficiency, and consistency
• Creating and maintaining SOPs, PPDs
• Supporting validation activities and leading customer audits when required
• Using CAD and statistical tools to analyse, refine, and optimise processes
• Working closely with Production, Quality, Supply Chain, and Commercial teams to deliver practical technical solutions
• Providing technical input for quotations, BOMs, and routings within the ERP system
• Training and supporting colleagues on new equipment, processes, and standards

Requirements for the Process Engineer:

• A degree in a relevant engineering discipline (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Process Engineering or similar)
• Experience working within a process, production, or manufacturing engineering environment
• Practical Six Sigma experience
• Confident using CAD, with a solid understanding of process validation and statistical analysis
• Strong communicator who can work well with colleagues, customers, and stakeholders

Benefits & Salary for the Process Engineer:

• £35,000 up to £42,000 (dependent on experience)
• Free onsite parking
• Monday–Friday working week (37.5 hours)
• Supportive team and opportunities to develop your skills

Wild Recruitment Ltd T/A First Recruitment Services is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.