Role: Process Engineer - Surface Technologies (permanent)

Salary: Up to 37,895 plus great benefits package

Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday

Location: Near Heathrow Airport, West London

• Develop, configure, and optimise plating shop processes from inception to steady-state operation.
• Analyse process data to identify best practices and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Create and maintain standards, technical documentation, and FMEA analyses for all plating shop processes.
• Define operational quality KPIs to support trend analysis and root cause investigation.
• Review plating solutions, equipment, and practices for compliance with OEM and approved industry standards (e.g., Boeing SOPM, CMM, ASTM).
• Identify and manage new tooling requirements, supporting design, manufacture, and documentation.
• Provide technical support to daily operations, lab activities, and process troubleshooting.
• Lead process investigations, implement corrective actions, and work with OEMs for concessions and approvals.
• Support REACH/COSHH assessments for plating and non-plating substances.
• Collaborate with the wider engineering and Continuous Improvement teams to develop cost-effective and standardised processes.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Degree-qualified in Mechanical, Aeronautical, Chemical, or Process Engineering (or related science).
• 3-5 years' experience in electroplating or metal finishing, ideally within aerospace to EASA Part145 standards, or an equivalent manufacturing/maintenance industry.
• Proven background in process improvement, lean manufacturing, and statistical process control.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems and MS Office.
• Working knowledge of REACH and COSHH regulations.
• A collaborative team player with the ability to work in a matrix environment.
• Flexibility required for occasional travel.
• Ongoing right to work within the UK without any restrictions. No sponsorships can be provided, now or in the future.

• Primarily office-based, with significant time spent supporting the plating shop team.
• Competitive salary package
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Discounted flight benefits
• Reduced gym membership, retail & hotel discounts
• Seasonal company events
• Medical insurance coming soon!