Process Engineer - Packaging - Chalfont, PA

Process Improvement Engineer

Shape the future of high-impact manufacturing by leading process improvements

Hands on work that push your ideas into practice for the betterment of the site

About Our Client

Our client is a global leader within a highly regulated manufacturing sector, recognised for delivering precision-engineered solutions to critical industries. They operate with a strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement, supported by significant investment in modern technologies and automation. The organisation fosters a collaborative, engineering-led culture where innovation and process excellence are actively encouraged. With a structured environment built on best practices and robust systems, they enable employees to deliver measurable, high-impact results. Their operations are driven by customer focus, operational discipline, and a long-term commitment to sustainability and development. This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking business where engineering plays a central role in strategic growth.

Job Description

• Lead initiatives to improve manufacturing safety, efficiency, and product quality.
• Design, review, and implement equipment upgrades and new production systems.
• Drive process capability improvements using data analysis and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Coordinate installation, validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), and optimisation of new equipment.
• Increase overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) through targeted improvement programmes.
• Support product introductions ensuring smooth transition into manufacturing.
• Investigate and resolve quality issues, implementing corrective and preventive actions.
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation, procedures, and work instructions.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, quality, and technical teams.
• Identify cost reduction and automation opportunities to enhance performance.

The Successful Applicant

• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing Engineering, or similar.
• 1-4 years' experience in a process engineering/continuous improvement setting
• Strong technical background in manufacturing systems, controls, and equipment.
• Experience with PLCs, pneumatics, electrical systems, and automation.
• Knowledge of validation processes and regulated environments (e.g., ISO, GMP).
• Project management experience with demonstrated delivery of outcomes.
• Strong analytical skills, including statistical process control.
• Experience with CAD tools (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) preferred.
• Excellent communication and technical documentation abilities.
• Familiarity with enterprise systems and Microsoft Office applications.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary aligned with experience and seniority.
• Opportunity to work on impactful, high-visibility engineering projects.
• Access to advanced manufacturing technologies and continuous improvement tools.
• Clear career progression within a structured engineering environment.
• Collaborative team culture with strong leadership support.
• Comprehensive benefits package and ongoing professional development.

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