Process Engineer
Connected Search Group
Process Engineer – Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement / Capital Projects
Connected Engineering is delighted to be supporting the recruitment of a Process Engineer to join a well-established manufacturing business in Barnsley. This role sits within the engineering team and focuses on process optimisation, continuous improvement, and supporting capital projects within a regulated production environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Analyse manufacturing processes, workflows, and production performance data
- Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce waste
- Support capital projects, including equipment upgrades, automation, and new process implementation
- Monitor and improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
- Carry out process mapping and value stream mapping activities
- Apply Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
- Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
- Work closely with production, quality, and engineering teams
- Support the introduction of automation, CNC machinery, and robotics
Requirements:
- Experience as a Process Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, or Production Engineer
- Background in a manufacturing or production environment (regulated preferred)
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement tools
- Experience with OEE, KPIs, and process performance analysis
- Understanding of process mapping and value stream mapping
- Exposure to automation, CNC, or industrial manufacturing technologies
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Desirable:
- Experience in precision engineering or component manufacturing
- Knowledge of quality systems and measurement techniques (e.g. gauge R&R)
- Experience supporting capital projects
Benefits:
- Competitive salary (£45,000 – £50,000)
- Bonus
- 26 days holiday + BH
- Healthcare Plan
- Opportunity to work on capital investment and automation projects
- Career development within a growing engineering team
- Collaborative and improvement-focused culture
Application opens at the source listing. Free for jobseekers.