Process Engineer
Location: Barnstaple
Hours: Mon-Thurs, 08:00 - 16:30, Fri 08:00 - 14:00
Salary: £42,000 - £52,500
Are you a hands-on Process Engineer passionate about innovation and continuous improvement?
Join Parker Aerospace and Shape the Future of Advanced Manufacturing. We are a global engineering leader, at our rapidly growing Barnstaple site as we transform our manufacturing capabilities with cutting-edge robotics, automation, and lean processes.
This is your opportunity to play a key role in driving change, as we invest in brand-new machinery, FANUC & ABB robotic systems, and smarter ways of working to support growing demand from industries such as automotive and oil & gas.
Responsibilities of the role:
* Lead the design, development, and optimisation of manufacturing processes, with a focus on automation and robotics.
* Drive process improvement initiatives to boost efficiency, reduce downtime, and improve product quality.
* Support the rollout of new robotic systems (e.g. FANUC, ABB) and automated manufacturing equipment.
* Apply Lean Manufacturing principles such as 5S, Kaizen, and Value Stream Mapping.
* Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to deliver process solutions that scale with business growth.
* Provide clear documentation and tooling support for the shop floor.
Skills required:
* Proven experience in manufacturing process engineering, ideally within an industrial or high-tech production environment.
* Strong understanding of CNC machinery, shop floor operations, and process automation.
* Hands-on experience or familiarity with robotic systems (FANUC, ABB, or similar) - training provided if needed.
* A mindset for continuous improvement, with practical experience in Lean tools.
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence both shop floor and senior stakeholders.
Next Steps:
If you believe that you are a good fit for the Process Engineer position, submit your CV now!
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