 
        
        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.
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
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