Process Engineer
8 days ago
Coventry
Owen Daniels are supporting an established manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Process Engineer to lead, inspire and deliver continuous improvement across engineering and production operations. This is a hands-on role for a technically strong engineer who can combine leadership, structured problem-solving and project delivery to improve processes, introduce new machinery and support business growth. The Role You will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day running of departmental activities while driving improvements aligned to business plans. Acting as a technical leader, you will invest knowledge into the workforce through training, clear communication and visible leadership. Key responsibilities include: • Project management of new machinery, systems, equipment and process introductions, • Supporting new product introduction and improvement of existing processes, • Identifying and eliminating inefficiencies using tools such as 5 Whys, A3 and Root Cause Analysis, • Cost estimating, documenting and supporting engineering changes, • Investigating production non-conformances and implementing robust controls, • Ensuring manufacturing processes are supported by appropriate training, documentation and quality controls, • Ensuring compliance with current machinery, safety and environmental legislation, • Delivering targeted improvement events using data-driven analysis, • Reviewing improvement results to ensure objectives are met, • Preparing reports and presenting updates to team members and senior management, • Working closely with production support teams to reduce waste, minimise downtime and improve delivery performance, • Supporting the development of an ongoing engineering roadmap aligned to business goals Skills, Knowledge & Experience Essential: • Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent industry experience), • Strong mechanical and electronic engineering fundamentals within a manufacturing environment, • Proven experience in Process Engineering or a similar role, • Strong working knowledge of process engineering software, • Knowledge of process-related standards, • Ability to read and create engineering drawings, • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, • Ability to optimise layouts, production lines, workflows and machine operations, • Experience designing:, • Pneumatic control systems, • Electrical control systems, • PLC and HMI software (design, modification and fault-finding), • Proficient with Microsoft Office systems, • CNC programming experience, • Energetic, positive and proactive approach If this role is of interest, please apply now to be considered.