Process Development Engineer

Southampton

20 hours ago

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The company is in the process of relocating their production to other business sites so requires a contract Process Development Engineer to support both the transition and current production projects to the end of 2026.

Key responsibilities: Process Development Engineer

Maintain day to day production output by ensuring materials, tooling and equipment remain available and meet quality standards
Troubleshoot production issues related to lasers, optics, assemblies and supporting processes
Conducting thorough root cause analyses to identify issues within the production line
Champion Lean 6 sigma and 8D methodologies to understand problems and implement corrective actions either within production or design
Ownership and accountability for resolving issues to ensure quality of products and services across the business
Coordinate material flows to prevent shortages, delays or quality risks during the transition
Offer support to production teams to ensure manufacturing equipment and processes continue to run smoothly until final hand over

Skills required: Process Development Engineer
The role requires a positive and proactive approach to problem-solving and a keen eye for detail, ensuring that any faults are resolved prior to transfer
This role is ideal for those with a higher degree in engineering, optics, photonics, lasers or advanced product manufacturing, who have experience solving real world issues
Candidates should possess a robust background in either complex electromechanical manufacturing, optics / lasers / photonics, medical devices or advanced manufacturing with a proven track record of applying lean principles and problem-solving techniques to ensure operational efficiency
Experience with equipment qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) and process validation
Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies
Excellent communication skills both verbal and written

This contract will be Outside IR35 for 9 – 12 months based onsite near Southampton, commutable from Fareham, Portsmouth, Winchester, Bournemouth etc

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