Process Improvement Engineer

Renishaw plc; Stroud; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Stroud is looking for a process engineer to deliver innovative projects. The role involves technical support and process development in a precision optical environment. Ideal candidates will have a degree in a relevant discipline and demonstrate strong analytical and communication skills. The position offers a hybrid working model, 25 days of holiday, and a comprehensive benefits package, including a 9% non-contributory pension and annual bonus.

Benefits

9% non-contributory pension

Discretionary annual bonus

Subsidised onsite restaurants

Hybrid working policy

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life Assurance of 12 times annual salary

Qualifications

• Minimum of a 2:1 degree in mechanical engineering, manufacturing systems, or similar.
• High level of PC literacy.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support optical-mechanical products.
• Investigate process problems with corrective action.
• Conduct continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Teamwork

Technical analysis

Communication

Problem-solving

Project management

Education

Degree in relevant technical discipline

Tools

Lean Six Sigma

Statistical analysis tools

Job description

Exciting opportunity responsible for the delivery of innovative, efficient, and capable process engineering projects within a high variety, high complexity, and challenging precision optical / electro‑mechanical assembly environment. This position will give the right candidate a chance to make their mark and significantly impact the productivity and efficiency of key production lines, critical to the success of the business. This is a very varied position and consequently requires the demonstration and development of several different skills (from technical, data analysis, to communicating at different levels). As such, on‑the‑job training is a key aspect of integration of a new employee and is used alongside training courses (e.g. Lean Six Sigma) and manager feedback to ensure efficient integration into the team, position and working environment. Note: new or recent engineering, physics, and math graduate applications will be considered. Please note, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this role. Having personal transport is an advantage as public transport cannot be relied upon due to our remote location.

Responsibilities

• Proactive process development and technical support of optical‑mechanical products (process robustness, product cost reduction, cost of quality reduction, process control enhancement, efficiency improvement and process modelling, waste reduction, and process deskilling).
• The investigation of process problems and root‑cause analysis, with the implementation of robust corrective action within challenging deadlines.
• Continuous improvement activities within the supported areas using fact‑based metrics.
• Analysis of process performance data to justify improvement actions.
• Design of assembly processes and product interaction equipment (including tooling, jigs, fixtures).
• The processing and evaluation of design changes.
• The justification, specification, and implementation of new process equipment.
• Regular interaction with the product divisions and the support services within the manufacturing services division.

Essential Qualifications

• Minimum of a degree level of education (2:1 or above) in a relevant technical discipline (e.g. manufacturing systems, mechanical engineering, physics, mathematics).
• High level of PC literacy.

Desirable Requirements

• Success in the management and delivery of technically challenging engineering activities.
• Successful application of structured problem‑solving and statistical analysis techniques (e.g. Six Sigma).
• Awareness of lean manufacturing tools and techniques and an understanding of production metrics (productivity, efficiency, waste).
• Understanding of metrology, measurement techniques and calibration.

Person Specification

• Ability to work well in both a team, sharing ideas and coordinating actions, as well as autonomously, managing your own activities and meeting deadlines in both cases.
• Good activity priority management.
• Ability to spot potential areas for improvement irrelevant of current tasks.
• Hands‑on practical ability.
• Maintain a positive can‑do attitude.
• Ability to multi‑task and thrive in a high‑pressure environment.
• Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.

Benefits

When you join Renishaw, we are committing to your future career. We also offer a highly desirable benefits package, including:

• 9% non‑contributory pension.
• Discretionary annual bonus.
• Subsidised onsite restaurants and coffee shops, free parking, car sharing scheme and 24‑hour fitness centres (not available at all sites).
• Hybrid working policy allowing a combination of home and office based working.
• Variable working programme.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Life Assurance policy of 12 times annual salary.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Enhanced maternity pay subject to qualifying criteria.
• Health Cash Plan.
• Option to join BUPA Renishaw Health Trust.
• Employee Assistance Programme for employees and family.

At Renishaw we believe that our success is powered by welcoming a workforce of diverse and talented people. Through encouraging an inclusive culture, where all our employees are free to be themselves, we can achieve our core values: Innovation, Inspiration, Integrity, and Involvement. If you are excited about the role but feel as though you don't meet all the requirements, we would encourage you still to apply. You might just be the right person for this role or another opportunity at Renishaw.