Lead Process Engineer – R&D & Advanced Manufacturing Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne

Are you passionate about advanced manufacturing and driving innovation in materials engineering ? We're looking for a Lead Process Engineer to lead the development and optimisation of cutting-edge processing techniques that improve product quality, yield, and efficiency in high-performance materials.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll combine deep technical expertise with strategic project management , working at the intersection of thermal processing, automation, and materials innovation .

What You'll Do

Innovate & Optimise: Develop and refine high-temperature processes to improve efficiency, purity, and reliability. Lead Projects: Manage R&D and scale-up programs from concept to production, using Six Sigma, Stage-Gate, or Agile methods. Solve Problems: Provide rapid, practical solutions to live production challenges. Advance Technology: Introduce automation, real-time monitoring, and AI/ML for predictive process control. Ensure Quality: Drive compliance with industry standards and customer requirements through robust validation and testing. Collaborate & Influ...