Senior and Graduate Process Engineer - Automotive/PCBs

Salary: £30,000 - £50,000 DOE + Benefits

Location: Birmingham

Are you a driven Process Engineer with experience in mechanical systems and automation? Do you want to play a key role in optimising processes for the fast-growing electric vehicle sector?

We are a dynamic and expanding manufacturing company, recently transitioned from private limited to public limited, offering excellent opportunities for growth, progression, and international exposure.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop, configure, and optimise industrial processes from concept through to start-up and certification

Assess production processes, conduct measurements, and interpret data to identify improvement opportunities

Design, run, test, and upgrade mechanical and automated systems, including chemical and batch operations

Lead process development and optimisation for EV specialty components

Perform process simulations and feasibility assessments

Support capital equipment introduction, commissioning, and handover to production

Produce clear documentation and operating instructions

Apply structured problem-solving methods (DMAIC, 5 Whys, Fishbone) to drive quality and efficiency improvements

Improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) by reducing downtime, performance issues, and quality losses

Implement and maintain 5S methodology across production areas

Experience & Skills Required:

Strong background in mechanical systems, automation, and continuous improvement

Automotive sector experience is essential; EV industry knowledge is advantageous

Printed circuit manufacturing and PCB exposure are highly desirable

Six Sigma Yellow or Green certification

Ability to read technical drawings and interpret measurement/process data

Exposure to chemical handling and batch production beneficial

What We Offer:

Competitive salary £30,000 - £50,000 DOE

8% pension contribution

Life assurance and healthcare

Share and loyalty schemes

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Monday to Friday, 8:30-5:30

Occasional domestic and international travel opportunities

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation at the forefront of the automotive and EV sector. If you're looking to take the next step in your career and contribute to cutting-edge process development, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and help shape the future of electric vehicle manufacturing.

Contact Kathryn.van