Process Improvement Engineer

Stirling Warrington; Coventry; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Coventry is seeking a Process Improvement Engineer to lead process optimisation and enhance manufacturing performance. You will manage critical improvement projects, ensuring compliance with engineering standards while fostering innovation through technical leadership. Ideal candidates have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and proven experience in process engineering. This role offers competitive salary and potential benefits.

Benefits

Potential for flexibility on start time

Company Bonus

Progress and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and control systems.
• Proven experience in process or manufacturing engineering.
• Desirable: Six Sigma/Lean qualifications, ISO9001/14001 experience, CNC programming knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and implementation of new machinery, systems, and processes.
• Apply problem-solving tools to eliminate inefficiencies.
• Support and document engineering changes and cost improvements.
• Ensure manufacturing processes are well-documented and compliant.
• Collaborate to drive waste reduction and improve performance.
• Deliver training and mentor teams.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Process engineering software proficiency

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience

Tools

PLC/HMI

Microsoft systems

Job description

Title: Process Improvement Engineer
Location: Coventry
Shift: Days
Salary: Up To £41,280 per annum
Benefits: Potential for flexibility on start time, Company Bonus, Progress and training opportunities.

We’re seeking a Process Improvement Engineer to lead, inspire, and drive engineering excellence through process optimisation, innovation, and technical leadership. You’ll manage improvement projects, enhance manufacturing performance, and ensure compliance with engineering and safety standards.

Process Improvement Engineer Responsibilities:

• Lead design, development, and implementation of new machinery, systems, and processes.
• Apply problem-solving tools (5 Whys, A3, RCA) to eliminate inefficiencies and non-conformances.
• Support and document engineering changes and cost improvements.
• Ensure manufacturing processes are well-documented, controlled, and compliant.
• Collaborate with production and senior management to drive waste reduction and improve OEE/OTIF.
• Deliver training and mentor teams to build technical capability and consistency.
• Support strategic engineering roadmaps aligned with business goals.

Process Improvement Engineer Experience:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and control systems (PLC/HMI).
• Proven experience in process or manufacturing engineering.
• Proficient in process engineering software and Microsoft systems.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and leadership skills.
• Desirable: Six Sigma/Lean qualifications, ISO9001/14001 experience, CNC programming knowledge