Process Engineer

Process Engineer

Would you like the opportunity to provide significant input into a niche environment/sector? We currently have a vacancy for a Process Engineer at our site in Glascoed.

As a Process Engineer, you will review, develop and improve manufacturing processes and facilities to meet project and production requirements. You will lead design of efficient manufacturing systems taking into consideration factors such as process safety, process flow, logistics, inventories and lead times.

This role will provide you with a unique opportunity to join a tight knit team who truly are on a journey to improve this niche business.

Please Note: This role is a one year fixed term contract.

Your main responsibilities as a Process Engineer will involve:

Developing and improving manufacturing processes, implementing industry standards and best practice to ensure long term process safety and process stability, including PFMEA (Process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis), Process Control Plans and Process Flow

Leading and supporting activities such as process review, safe systems of work, and capability studies to demonstrate process and product safety

Supporting capital acquisition, capacity, capability planning and engineering proposals, estimating costs to implement product and process safety improvements, and to improve operational efficiency

Compiling, reviewing and continuously improving Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

Liaising with the Human Factors team to ensure that Safety Critical Tasks are identified through the Risk Assessment process, that subsequent controls are implemented and documented in the process SOPs

Planning and designing methods to improve efficiency and product quality by utilising CI tools and working as a member of a cross functional team

Your skills and qualifications as a Process Engineer:

Essential:

HNC or equivalent qualification or experience in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Electrical/Electronics/Chemical Engineering

Experience in carrying out process capability studies, managing Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) / Overall Labour Effectiveness (OLE) review

Experience in Risk Assessments preferably in a high hazard / process industry environment

Experience in a similar role, ideally gained in a complex manufacturing facility

Desirable:

IOSH / NEBOSH Certificate

What we're looking for in you:

You will be a self-motivated individual capable of working in a multi-disciplinary team, you will be able to manage your workload, prioritising tasks when required with good attention to detail. You will be able to communicate well with stakeholders at all levels with the ability to influence to ensure safety standards are met.

Location: Glascoed

Salary: Competitive

Benefits: Our employees receive an excellent benefits package which includes a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. We also offer a range of additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and many local and national employee discounts. Some employees may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

BAE Systems

BAE Systems is one of the world's leading global defence, security and aerospace companies. We work at the cutting edge of technology, creating more than 100 new inventions every year for customers in over 100 countries.

BAE Systems Land UK

Supporting the Armed Forces with the most advanced combat vehicle and munitions capabilities in the world is one of the most exciting career moves you could make. Join us and be part of a team that gives our customers a strategic edge on the battlefield by designing, manufacturing and maintaining some of their most vital equipment. With major facilities in Cheshire, Monmouthshire, Shropshire and Tyne and Wear our Land UK business employs over 1500 people and has a desire to grow the business, both in the UK and internationally.

We are looking for people with the passion, drive and technical skills to give the best they can every day, to make sure our troops receive only the best. In return, we offer you a role you can be proud of, that lets you grow and develop in the UK's leading defence, aerospace and security company.

BAE Systems is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from sections of the community which are currently under-represented at BAE Systems, including women, BAME and applicants with disabilities. Please note we will not use any personal information relating to your background at any stage of the application process.

Please be aware that many roles working for BAE Systems will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and/or your place of birth may limit those roles that you can perform for the organisation.

Due to the volume of applications we receive, we sometimes close our vacancies early. It is therefore advisable to apply as early as possible if you would like to be considered for a role with BAE Systems.