Process Engineer

Talented People; Lewes; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic electronics manufacturer in Lewes is seeking an experienced Process Engineer to enhance manufacturing processes. The role focuses on process optimisation and working closely with Operations and Design teams. Responsibilities include leading continuous improvement initiatives, supporting new product introduction, and ensuring a safe work environment. Candidates should have proven experience in electronics or manufacturing environments and possess an HNC in Electrical or Electronic Engineering. This position offers a salary between £37,000 and £40,000.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an electronics or manufacturing environment.
• Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Minimum HNC in Electrical / Electronic Engineering (or similar).

Responsibilities

• Provide process engineering support.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across cost, quality and delivery.
• Support new product introduction from design through to production.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Problem-solving

Cross-functional teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

HNC in Electrical / Electronic Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Production data systems

Job description

Overview

Process Engineer
£37,000 - £40,000

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Process Engineer to support and improve the manufacturing processes within a growing electronics production environment. This is a hands-on role focused on process optimisation, new product introduction, and continuous improvement, working closely with Operations and Design teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide process engineering support
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across cost, quality and delivery
• The Process Engineer must support new product introduction from design through to production
• Develop line layouts, throughput planning and standard work instructions
• Analyse production data and drive fact-based improvements
• Identify equipment, tooling and fixture requirements
• The Process Engineer must support engineering changes through to production release
• The Process Engineer must promote a safe and compliant working environment

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in an electronics / manufacturing environment
• Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working cross-functionally with engineering and production teams
• Hands-on, proactive approach with high attention to detail
• Minimum HNC in Electrical / Electronic Engineering (or similar)
• Confident using MS Office and production data systems

Desirable

• Experience with engineering change management
• New Product Introduction (NPI) experience
• Six Sigma or continuous improvement training
• HND or Degree in Electrical / Electronic Engineering
• CAD system exposure