Process Engineer: Manufacturing & Quality Improvement

AMETEK Inc.; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK Inc. is seeking a Process Engineer to lead development, implementation and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes. The role focuses on meeting customer specifications, internal standards, NADCAP requirements where applicable, and driving process stability.

You will own process design, SOP creation, data analysis, and cross-functional problem solving on the shop floor. The position requires a degree in a technical discipline and at least 3 years of relevant experience, with a

Qualifications

• At least 3 years proven experience in manufacturing, metallurgical, process engineering or technical production environment.
• Degree or equivalent in Metallurgy, Materials Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline.
• Knowledge of SPC, FMEA, and process mapping tools.
• Excellent IT skills including Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, evaluation and optimisation of the relevant process group.
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Ensure process routings align with customer specifications and metallurgical requirements.
• Create and maintain detailed process maps to support standardisation, training, and continuous improvement.
• Support capital expenditure projects to ensure process control is designed and implemented effectively.
• Support the development and implementation of workplace organisation strategies (e.g., 5S, visual management) to improve safety, efficiency, and quality.
• Identify and implement engineering process controls to prevent process failures and ensure consistent performance.
• Support the development of autonomous and planned maintenance for the relevant process group.
• Prepare for NADCAP audits, including documentation and corrective actions.
• Analyse process data to identify trends and inefficiencies, identifying opportunities to improve yield and reduce waste.

Skills

Six Sigma

SPC

FMEA

Process mapping

Problem solving

Education

HNC/ HND or Degree in Metallurgy or Materials Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Data analysis tools

Job description

AMETEK Inc. is seeking a Process Engineer to lead development, implementation and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes. The role focuses on meeting customer specifications, internal standards, NADCAP requirements where applicable, and driving process stability.

You will own process design, SOP creation, data analysis, and cross-functional problem solving on the shop floor. The position requires a degree in a technical discipline and at least 3 years of relevant experience, with a