Process Engineer
CV-LibraryBarnsley, South YorkshirepermanentPosted: 26 April 2026
Apply NowProcess Engineer – Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement / Capital Projects
Connected Engineering is delighted to be supporting the recruitment of a Process Engineer to join a well-established manufacturing business in Barnsley. This role sits within the engineering team and focuses on process optimisation, continuous improvement, and supporting capital projects within a regulated production environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Analyse manufacturing processes, workflows, and production performance data
* Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce waste
* Support capital projects, including equipment upgrades, automation, and new process implementation
* Monitor and improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
* Carry out process mapping and value stream mapping activities
* Apply Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
* Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
* Work closely with production, quality, and engineering teams
* Support the introduction of automation, CNC machinery, and robotics
Requirements:
* Experience as a Process Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, or Production Engineer
* Background in a manufacturing or production environment (regulated preferred)
* Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement tools
* Experience with OEE, KPIs, and process performance analysis
* Understanding of process mapping and value stream mapping
* Exposure to automation, CNC, or industrial manufacturing technologies
* Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Desirable:
* Experience in precision engineering or component manufacturing
* Knowledge of quality systems and measurement techniques (e.g. gauge R&R)
* Experience supporting capital projects
Benefits:
* Competitive salary (£45,000 – £50,000)
* Bonus
* 26 days holiday + BH
* Healthcare Plan
* Opportunity to work on capital investment and automation projects
* Career development within a growing engineering team
* Collaborative and improvement-focused culture
Connected Engineering is delighted to be supporting the recruitment of a Process Engineer to join a well-established manufacturing business in Barnsley. This role sits within the engineering team and focuses on process optimisation, continuous improvement, and supporting capital projects within a regulated production environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Analyse manufacturing processes, workflows, and production performance data
* Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce waste
* Support capital projects, including equipment upgrades, automation, and new process implementation
* Monitor and improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
* Carry out process mapping and value stream mapping activities
* Apply Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
* Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
* Work closely with production, quality, and engineering teams
* Support the introduction of automation, CNC machinery, and robotics
Requirements:
* Experience as a Process Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, or Production Engineer
* Background in a manufacturing or production environment (regulated preferred)
* Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement tools
* Experience with OEE, KPIs, and process performance analysis
* Understanding of process mapping and value stream mapping
* Exposure to automation, CNC, or industrial manufacturing technologies
* Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Desirable:
* Experience in precision engineering or component manufacturing
* Knowledge of quality systems and measurement techniques (e.g. gauge R&R)
* Experience supporting capital projects
Benefits:
* Competitive salary (£45,000 – £50,000)
* Bonus
* 26 days holiday + BH
* Healthcare Plan
* Opportunity to work on capital investment and automation projects
* Career development within a growing engineering team
* Collaborative and improvement-focused culture