Process Engineer

Are you an experienced Process Engineer with a strong injection moulding background looking to make a real impact in a fast-paced manufacturing environment?

We're seeking a hands-on Process Engineer to lead process optimisation, tool trials, machine validation and continuous improvement initiatives across a modern manufacturing operation.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in improving quality, efficiency and production performance while working with a range of injection moulding technologies and equipment.

The Role

As a Process Engineer, you'll be responsible for supporting and improving injection moulding processes, ensuring products are manufactured consistently, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.

Working closely with Production, Quality, Tooling, Maintenance and Engineering teams, you'll drive process improvements, troubleshoot technical issues and lead new product and process validation activities.

Key Responsibilities

Lead injection moulding process validation, proofing and production readiness activities

Conduct mould trials, process trials and machine optimisation projects

Troubleshoot moulding, quality and production issues using root cause analysis techniques

Optimise cycle times, reduce scrap and improve process stability

Support the setting, validation and ongoing optimisation of injection moulding machines

Develop and maintain process documentation, SOPs and work instructions

Drive continuous improvement, waste reduction and manufacturing efficiency projects

Support training and development of manufacturing personnel

Identify opportunities for automation and process enhancement

Work collaboratively across Engineering, Production, Quality and Maintenance functions

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

4 years' experience within injection moulding, process engineering or manufacturing engineering

Strong hands-on experience of injection moulding machine setting, optimisation and troubleshooting

Knowledge of injection moulding process parameters, tooling and moulding defects

Experience working with machines such as Arburg, Demag, Engel, Haitian or similar

Understanding of plastic materials, polymer processing and material behaviour

Experience carrying out process investigations and root cause analysis

Ability to develop process documentation and manufacturing instructions

Strong communication and problem-solving skills

A proactive approach to continuous improvement and process optimisation

Desirable

Experience within a quality-driven manufacturing environment

Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement experience

Injection moulding or polymer processing certification

Degree, HND or equivalent qualification in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Materials or Polymer Engineering

What's On Offer?

Opportunity to join a successful and growing manufacturing business

Varied and technically challenging role

Exposure to new product introduction and advanced manufacturing projects

Career development and progression opportunities

Supportive engineering and manufacturing environment

Competitive salary and benefits package

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for a Process Engineer who enjoys being on the manufacturing floor, solving technical problems and driving performance improvements. You'll have the autonomy to influence processes, improve productivity and play a key role in delivering high-quality products within a modern injection moulding environment.

Apply today to find out more.

INDENG

Due to the high volume of applications, if you have not heard from us within 5 working days, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. However, we may keep your details on file and contact you regarding future opportunities