Job Description
3R Global Talent (#3RGT) partners with innovative technology-driven businesses across the UK, supporting permanent hiring for teams building next-generation products and processes.
We’re recruiting for a Process Engineer for a permanent role within a UK-based manufacturing and technology-driven organisation. This position offers flexible working and the opportunity to play a key role in scaling production processes and shaping technical operations in a high-growth environment.
Role Overview
As a Process Engineer, you will lead the scale-up of production processes from pilot to commercial scale, working across complex manufacturing and post-processing operations. You will be involved across the full production lifecycle, from lab-scale experimentation to full-scale operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and consistency at every stage.
This role suits an engineer who enjoys ownership, problem-solving, and contributing to innovative, sustainable production solutions in a collaborative, fast-moving environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Leading scale-up of production processes from pilot to commercial scale
* Designing, optimising, and improving production facilities to enhance productivity, quality, and safety
* Coordinating with R&D teams and external partners to deliver scale-up targets
* Identifying and implementing process improvements to reduce costs, minimise waste, and increase efficiency
* Monitoring process performance metrics such as yield, quality, and productivity
* Planning and overseeing experiments at lab and pilot scale to support commercial goals
* Contributing to strategic planning and operational decisions for process development
Skills and Experience
Essential
* 5+ years’ experience in process engineering within a manufacturing or production environment
* Degree in Engineering (chemical, mechanical, industrial, or similar)
* Experience with downstream processing such as separation, dewatering, washing, and thermal treatment at industrial scale
* Proven experience in process scale-up and technology transfer from pilot to commercial production
* Experience supporting the manufacture of finished products at scale
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* Excellent communication and collaboration skills
* Self-motivated with the ability to drive work independently
Desirable
* Experience working in emerging or innovative manufacturing sectors
* Interest in sustainable production and high-quality product development
Compensation and Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Flexible working arrangements
* Share options or long-term incentive scheme
* Team events and regular engagement activities
* Opportunity to shape production processes and contribute directly to business growth
Culture and Values
* Fast-paced, innovative environment focused on scalable production
* Ownership and accountability across engineering and operations
* Collaborative, supportive, and forward-thinking culture
* Emphasis on sustainability and long-term impact
Diversity and Inclusion
3R Global Talent is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences and believe diverse teams create stronger products, better collaboration, and more resilient organisations.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to take ownership of scaling complex production processes and make a tangible impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today or reach out to the team at 3R Global Talent to learn more at www.3rglobaltalent.com