Process Improvement Engineer

Improvement Engineer

Salary: Circa £40,000 (Dependent on Experience) Working Hours: Monday to Friday Days

The Role

We are looking for a proactive Improvement Engineer to drive equipment and process improvements across a highly automated manufacturing operation. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong electrical controls and mechanical engineering expertise who enjoys problem solving and delivering measurable operational improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Improve the performance of automated production equipment and control systems.
• Support troubleshooting of PLC, automation and electrical systems.
• Modify and optimise machinery to improve uptime, efficiency and output.
• Lead equipment improvement and refurbishment projects.
• Identify opportunities to reduce waste, improve reliability and enhance safety.
• Support preventative and predictive maintenance initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with engineering and production teams to deliver sustainable improvements.

Requirements

Essential

• HNC, Level 4 qualification or equivalent in an engineering discipline.
• Experience in a highly automated manufacturing environment.
• Strong electrical, controls and mechanical engineering knowledge.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Desirable

• Experience with PLC platforms such as Siemens or Allen Bradley.
• Experience with HMI systems, industrial automation and robotics.
• Panel wiring/build experience.
• PRINCE2, IOSH or NEBOSH qualifications.
• Recognised engineering apprenticeship.

What's On Offer?

• Opportunity to work within a large-scale automated manufacturing operation.
• Ongoing investment in technology, equipment and continuous improvement.
• Career development and progression opportunities.
• Competitive salary and shift allowances where applicable.
• Supportive engineering team and collaborative working environment.