About the Role
<h2>Process Engineer</h2>
<p>We are recruiting for a <strong>Process Engineer</strong> to join a highly advanced manufacturing business operating within <strong>aerospace and defence.</strong></p>
<p>This role is ideal for an engineer looking to work in a <strong>technology-led environment</strong>, where <strong>process innovation, materials engineering, and market-driven development</strong> are critical to success.</p>
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<h2>The Role</h2>
<p>As a Process Engineer, you will play a key role in <strong>developing and optimising casting and manufacturing processes</strong>, ensuring both <strong>technical excellence and alignment with market requirements</strong>.</p>
<p>Key responsibilities include:</p>
<ul>
<li>Developing and improving<strong> processes </strong></li>
<li>Using <strong>simulation tools and data analysis</strong> to optimise yield, quality, and cost</li>
<li>Supporting <strong>New Product Introduction (NPI)</strong> from concept through to production</li>
<li>Conducting <strong>market research and competitor benchmarking</strong> to inform process and product improvements</li>
<li>Driving <strong>continuous improvement initiatives (Lean / Six Sigma)</strong></li>
<li>Working closely with quality, metallurgy, and production teams to meet <strong>aerospace standards (e.g. AS9100, Nadcap)</strong></li>
<li>Monitoring KPIs such as scrap reduction, cycle times, and process capability</li>
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<h2>About You</h2>
<p>We are looking for a technically strong engineer with exposure to <strong>high-value manufacturing environments</strong>, ideally within aerospace, metals, or advanced materials.</p>
<p>You will ideally have:</p>
<ul>
<li>Degree in <strong>Mechanical, Materials, Metallurgical, or Manufacturing Engineering</strong></li>
<li>Understanding of <strong>metallurgy, process simulation, or material behaviour</strong></li>
<li>Experience working to <strong>aerospace or regulated industry standards</strong></li>
<li>Strong analytical mindset with the ability to link <strong>process performance to market and customer requirements</strong></li>
<li>Knowledge of <strong>continuous improvement tools (Lean / Six Sigma)</strong></li>
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<h2>Salary & Benefits</h2>
<ul>
<li>£42,000 – £45,000 base salary</li>
<li>Annual bonus</li>
<li>Pension scheme</li>
<li>Ongoing technical training and development</li>
<li>Clear progression into <strong>Senior / Lead Process Engineering roles</strong></li>
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<p>WR Engineering are the #1 recruitment partner for engineering, manufacturing & technical sales jobs. We recruit for permanent jobs UK wide.</p>
<p>WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.</p>
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