Process Improvement Engineer

Job Description:

W Talent is thrilled to announce its exclusive partnership with a highly regarded aerospace manufacturing business based in Nottingham. This esteemed organisation is at the forefront of innovation within the aerospace sector and is committed to delivering exceptional quality and tailored solutions to its global client base.

As part of this collaboration, W Talent is proud to support the company in its search for a newly created Process Improvement Engineer position a pivotal role focused on driving continuous improvement and operational excellence across the manufacturing environment. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation that values technical expertise, innovation, and professional development.

The Opportunity

The successful Process Improvement Engineer will join a high-performing engineering team, playing a key role in solving complex manufacturing challenges, driving process enhancements, and ensuring production systems consistently achieve the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and performance.

Operating from the company's Nottingham facility, the successful candidate will be part of a world-class aerospace manufacturing environment that combines advanced design with precision production capabilities. Engineers and technicians work collaboratively across disciplines to deliver critical components and systems to leading aerospace customers worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and implement process changes, engineering improvements, and capability enhancements within the plant.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) and industrialisation activities, ensuring robust, repeatable, and high-quality processes.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, control plans, PFMEAs, and standard operating procedures.
• Drive root cause analysis and implement corrective actions using structured problem-solving methodologies (A3, 8D, DMAIC).
• Support automated assembly and test systems, ensuring process reliability through data-driven monitoring and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with design engineers to ensure manufacturability and smooth transition from prototype to full-scale production.

Candidate Requirements

• The ideal candidate will be a proactive and technically strong engineer with a genuine passion for precision manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Process Engineering (HNC/HND with significant experience will be considered).
• Proven experience in a manufacturing or process engineering role, ideally within aerospace, automotive, or advanced engineering sectors.
• Strong understanding of lean manufacturing, process capability, and quality tools.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills using A3, 8D, 5 Whys, or FMEA methodologies.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively across multiple functions and levels.
• Practical experience implementing process improvements and delivering measurable performance gains.

Salary and Benefits

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Process Improvement Engineer seeking to make a tangible impact within a company that truly values quality, innovation, and continuous development. Offering a competitive salary of £40,000 - £50,000 per annum, this position provides excellent career progression, professional development opportunities, and a supportive culture that encourages collaboration and fresh thinking. For more information, or to discuss the position in confidence, please contact Glyn Dobb at W Talent, who will be conducting the first-stage interviews on behalf of the client.