Process Engineer - Precast Concrete Manufacturing

Laing O'Rourke; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a Process Engineer to join their innovative team in Nottingham. The role focuses on lean manufacturing and digital innovation to enhance production efficiency. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Engineering and experience in a manufacturing environment, with a passion for continuous improvement.

Benefits

Competitive salary & benefits package

Career progression and development opportunities

Culture that champions innovation, safety, and sustainability

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Solid experience in a complex manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Expertise in Lean tools and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead lean initiatives to streamline production and reduce waste.
• Facilitate Kaizen events and apply Six Sigma to solve challenges.
• Collaborate with Production, Design, and Quality teams.

Skills

Lean tools and methodologies

Six Sigma

Strong communication skills

Education

Degree in Engineering

Tools

MES systems

Power BI

AutoCAD

Job description

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Join the Offsite Revolution – Be Our Next Process Engineer / Lean Specialist!

Location: Worksop

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

️ Business Unit: Explore Manufacturing, part of Laing O'Rourke

At Explore Manufacturing, we're changing the way the UK builds. From our cutting-edge facility in Worksop, we produce precision-engineered components that power some of the country's most iconic infrastructure projects.

We're now on the lookout for a Process Engineer / Lean Specialist—a dynamic, hands-on professional with a passion for continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, and digital innovation. If you want to make a genuine impact on how the construction industry operates, this is the role for you.

What You'll Do

• Lead lean initiatives to streamline production, reduce waste, and boost efficiency.
• Facilitate Kaizen events and apply Six Sigma and root cause analysis to solve complex challenges.
• Embed 5S, visual management, and standard work practices across our operations.
• Collaborate with Production, Design, and Quality teams to improve manufacturability.
• Drive our MMC and DfMA transformation through process improvement and digital tools.
  
  

What You Bring

• A degree in Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• Solid experience in a complex manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Expertise in Lean tools and methodologies – Six Sigma certification a plus.
• Strong communication skills and a proactive, shop floor presence.
• Experience with digital tools such as MES systems, Power BI or AutoCAD (a bonus!).
  
  

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary & benefits package
• Real career progression and development opportunities
• Play a vital role in reshaping how infrastructure is delivered in the UK
• Be part of a culture that champions innovation, safety, and sustainability
  
  

We're Committed to Inclusive Hiring

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

Ready to shape the future of construction?

Apply now and let's build smarter, together.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Construction and Engineering Services

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