Process Engineer

Probe UK; Swanwick CP; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus

34 days holiday (26 days + bank hols)

Pension scheme with 7% match

Medicash cash plan

Job summary

Probe UK is hiring a Process Engineer to lead improvement initiatives across manufacturing, optimise processes, and develop specialist expertise within a key operational function.

You will collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Engineering and Quality teams to reduce variation, improve process control, and deliver capital projects while maintaining high safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience as a Manufacturing Engineer or Process Engineer.
• HND or equivalent in Engineering, Process or Chemistry.
• Strong problem-solving skills with RCA experience.
• Knowledge of SPC and data analysis.
• Excellent collaboration and communication across all levels.
• Experience with Lean and continuous improvement.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Strong IT skills (Excel, Minitab, PowerPoint).
• Experience with SCADA/HMI systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Health, Safety & Environment: promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with HSE requirements.
• Manufacturing Process Control: analyze and optimize processes using data analysis, SPC, GMP, and calibration.
• Continuous Improvement: drive improvements via RCA, Lean, DoE, and MTM methods.
• Documentation & Quality Compliance: maintain process docs and ISO compliance.
• Engineering Projects & Capital Investment: assist with capital projects and new process implementation.
• Teamwork & Stakeholder Collaboration: work with Production, Maintenance, Engineering and Quality to deliver improvements.

Skills

Problem solving

Collaboration

Lean

Continuous improvement

Communication

Data analysis

IT skills

Education

HND or equivalent

Apprentice-trained or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Minitab

PowerPoint

SCADA/HMI

Job description

Company

Imagine working for a global organization that blends innovation, sustainability, and purpose into everything it does. With a strong heritage and forward-thinking mindset, this company empowers its people to drive meaningful change through high-quality products, cutting-edge technology, and a commitment to improving everyday environments.

You’ll join a culture that values collaboration, supports personal growth, and takes pride in making a real difference.

Process Engineer Salary and Benefits

Important - candidates must have 'Permanent UK Right to Work'

• Salary £50,000
• 36.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday (with an earlier finish on Friday's)
• Company bonus
• 34 days holiday (26 days + bank holidays)
• Solid 7% contribution match stakeholder pension scheme
• Medicash cash plan

Commutable From: Derby, Nottingham, Leicester, Chesterfield, Sheffield

Process Engineer Role Function

This is an excellent opportunity that offers the chance to make a real impact on manufacturing performance by leading improvement initiatives, optimising processes, and developing specialist expertise within a key operational function. You will play a key role in improving process control, reducing variation, and driving continuous improvement activities, while working closely with Production, Maintenance, Engineering and Quality teams to solve day-to-day challenges and deliver process improvements and capital projects.

As a Process Engineer, you will be instrumental in improving process stability, maintaining high standards of product quality, reducing waste, and supporting safe, efficient manufacturing operations. This is a varied role offering the opportunity to influence change, implement improvements, and contribute to the ongoing success of the manufacturing environment.

Process Engineer Candidate Requirements

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a Manufacturing Engineer or Process Engineer role in a manufacturing environment
• Apprentice-trained or qualified in Engineering, Process or Chemistry with a minimum HND (or equivalent)
• Strong problem-solving skills with experience using root cause analysis tools and techniques
• Knowledge and practical application of SPC and data analysis
• Excellent collaboration skills able to work with a range of colleagues, using clear communication and influencing skills across all levels
• Experience in continuous improvement and Lean methodologies
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Ability to plan and execute process trials and analyse results
• Strong IT and analytical skills (Excel, Minitab, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Experience with SCADA / HMI systems and industrial process control is advantageous

Key Responsibilities (but not limited to)

• Health, Safety & Environment: Support a strong safety culture by promoting best practice, contributing to risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with HSE requirements and company procedures.
• Manufacturing Process Control: Analyse and optimise manufacturing processes through data analysis, SPC techniques, GMP standards, and equipment calibration to maintain consistent performance, quality, and reliability.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive process improvement activities through structured problem-solving techniques, including root cause analysis (RCA), Lean methodologies, Design of Experiments (DoE), and Motion Time Studies to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
• Documentation & Quality Compliance: Maintain accurate process documentation, support ISO compliance requirements, and manage controlled changes to ensure processes remain effective and compliant.
• Engineering Projects & Capital Investment: Assist with capital projects by supporting technical specifications, supplier engagement, equipment/process selection, and ensuring new processes are successfully implemented.
• Teamwork & Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with Production, Maintenance, Engineering, and Quality teams to share knowledge, develop capability, and deliver sustainable improvements across the manufacturing operation.

Please Note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.