Process Development Engineer in Whitstable, Kent

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Location: Whitstable, Kent (On-site)

Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum (DoE) + benefits

Employment Type: Full-time

Department: Manufacturing Engineering



About the Role



We're looking for a proactive and driven Process Development Engineer to join our Manufacturing Engineering team based in Kent. You'll play a key role in developing, improving, and delivering high‑quality interconnection solutions for our customers, ensuring we remain fast, flexible, and competitive in the market.



This is a hands-on, on-site role where you'll work closely with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and customers to ensure new products and processes are introduced smoothly, efficiently, and to the highest standards.



What You'll Be Doing



Developing robust solutions to production issues and minimising line stops.



Using NRFT data to plan and implement process improvements that enhance delivery performance while maintaining exceptional quality.



Working with Development Engineers to ensure strong, scalable processes for transitioning NPIs into production.



Managing product development projects, ensuring:



On-time delivery



Budget adherence



Strong relationships with customers and suppliers



Smooth handover into Production



Representing the business in customer meetings, both on-site and off-site.



Supporting Operations with the introduction of new processes and resolving production challenges.



Supporting Quality with investigations, corrective actions, and process improvements.



Contributing to the development of engineering systems, tools, and processes that drive customer satisfaction and business profitability.



Supporting the Technology Plan by identifying and developing new technologies that strengthen the company's competitive advantage.



What Success Looks Like



Hitting agreed project milestones



Meeting cost targets



Strong customer satisfaction



Contributing to wider Engineering team goals



What You'll Bring



A relevant engineering degree



Strong mechanical engineering skills



Experience with CAD tools (SolidEdge )



Project management experience (MS Project )



Ability to work independently and as part of a small team



Clear written and verbal communication skills



Enthusiasm, initiative, and a proactive approach



Health & Safety



You'll take reasonable care for your own safety and that of others, ensuring compliance with the company's Health & Safety Policy and correct use of provided equipment.



Quality & Business Responsibilities



You'll follow all relevant Work Instructions and Quality System processes as part of your role

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