Process Engineer in Derby

Company Imagine working for a global organization that blends innovation, sustainability, and purpose into everything it does. With a strong heritage and forward-thinking mindset, this company empowers its people to drive meaningful change through high-quality products, cutting-edge technology, and a commitment to improving everyday environments. You'll join a culture that values collaboration, supports personal growth, and takes pride in making a real difference. Process Engineer Salary and Benefits **Important candidates must have Permanent UK Right to Work** Salary £50,000 36.5 hours per week, Monday Friday (with an earlier finish on Fridays) Company bonus 34 days holiday (26 days + bank holidays) Solid 7% contribution match stakeholder pension scheme Medicash cash plan Commutable From: Derby, Nottingham, Leicester, Chesterfield, Sheffield Process Engineer Role Function This is an excellent opportunity that offers the chance to make a real impact on manufacturing performance by leading improvement initiatives, optimising processes, and developing specialist expertise within a key operational function. You will play a key role in improving process control, reducing variation, and driving continuous improvement activities, while working closely with Production, Maintenance, Engineering and Quality teams to solve day-to-day challenges and deliver process improvements and capital projects. As a Process Engineer, you will be instrumental in improving process stability, maintaining high standards of product quality, reducing waste, and supporting safe, efficient manufacturing operations. This is a varied role offering the opportunity to influence change, implement improvements, and contribute to the ongoing success of the manufacturing environment. Process Engineer Candidate Requirements Minimum 5 years experience in a Manufacturing Engineer or Process Engineer role in a manufacturing environment Apprentice-trained or qualified in Engineering, Process or Chemistry with a minimum HND (or equivalent) Strong problem-solving skills with experience using root cause analysis tools and techniques Knowledge and practical application of SPC and data analysis Excellent collaboration skills able to work with a range of colleagues, using clear communication and influencing skills across all levels Experience in continuous improvement and Lean methodologies Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities Ability to plan and execute process trials and analyse results Strong IT and analytical skills (Excel, Minitab, PowerPoint, etc.) Experience with SCADA / HMI systems and industrial process control is advantageous Key Responsibilities (but not limited to) Health, Safety