Technical CI Engineer - Mechanical Design

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions; Port Talbot; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Technical CI Engineer in Port Talbot. This role involves resolving process challenges, leading continuous improvement projects, and enhancing product quality using Lean methodologies. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Engineering and experience with 3D design tools. Competitive salary of up to £45,000 plus benefits including a pension, onsite parking, and more. This is a permanent position with typical office hours from Monday to Friday.

Benefits

4% pension

Onsite parking

Annual medical checks

Childcare vouchers

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or process engineering role is essential.
• Strong working knowledge of Lean, Kaizen or Six Sigma tools required.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Resolve daily process challenges using structured problem-solving tools.
• Lead CI projects using Lean / TPS methodologies.
• Analyze performance data and develop KPIs and dashboards.
• Support strategic initiatives in automation and digitalization.
• Collaborate to improve OEE and reduce downtime.

Skills

Lean methodologies

Kaizen

Six Sigma tools

3D modelling

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

HNC / HND / Degree in Engineering or similar

Tools

Solid Edge

AutoCAD

Job description

Technical CI Engineer - Mechanical Design

Location: Port Talbot

Hours: Monday to Friday 08:30am - 17:00pm

Job type: Permanent

Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum (Overtime available at x1.5 on weekdays & x2 on weekends)

Company: Hawk 3 Talent Solutions, operating as an employment agency, is recruiting for a Technical CI Engineer to join our client's leading manufacturing site within Port Talbot.

This is an exciting opportunity for a hands on Engineer to take ownership of process improvements across the production facility - balancing office based analysis and design with practical, on-the-floor engagement.

The Role:

• Resolve daily process challenges using structured problem solving tools (A3, 5 Whys, Root Cause Analysis, 8D)
• Lead CI projects using Lean / TPS methodologies such as 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Standard Work, and SMED
• Analyze performance data and develop clear KPIs and dashboards to track improvements
• Support strategic initiatives in automation, digitalization, sustainability and capacity expansion
• Collaborate across departments to improve OEE, reduce downtime, and enhance product quality

About you:

• HNC / HND / Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering or similar
• Experience in a manufacturing, process engineering or CI role
• Strong working knowledge of Lean, Kaizen or Six Sigma tools
• Skilled in 3D modelling / design software (Solid Edge, AutoCAD or similar)
• Excellent analytical and communication skills

Benefits to include 4% pension, onsite parking, annual medical checks, childcare vouchers and more.

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