Technical CI Engineer - Mechanical Design

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

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Technical CI Engineer to oversee process improvements at a manufacturing site in Port Talbot. The role involves using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies for efficiency and quality enhancement. Applicants should hold an engineering degree and possess strong analytical skills. Benefits include a pension scheme and onsite parking. Located in the UK, this permanent position offers a salary of up to £45,000 per annum.

Benefits

4% pension

Onsite parking

Annual medical checks

Childcare vouchers

And more

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Resolve daily process challenges using structured problem solving tools.
• Lead CI projects using Lean / TPS methodologies.
• Analyze performance data and develop clear KPIs and dashboards.
• Support strategic initiatives in automation, digitalization, and sustainability.
• Collaborate across departments to improve OEE and product quality.

Skills

Lean methodologies

Six Sigma tools

3D modelling / design software

Problem solving tools

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

HNC / HND / Degree in Engineering

Tools

Solid Edge

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

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)

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions, operating as an employment agency, are currently recruiting for a Technical CI Engineer to join our clients 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

• 4% pension
• Onsite parking
• Annual medical checks
• Childcare vouchers
• And more

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