Materials Engineer

Hays Engineering
Chester, Cheshire, CH65 9HY, United Kingdom
3 weeks ago
£35,000 – £45,000 pa

Salary

£35,000 – £45,000 pa

Job Type
Permanent
Work Pattern
Full-time
Work Location
On-site
Seniority
Mid
Education
Degree
Posted
21 May 2026 (3 weeks ago)

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package Ongoing training Career progression opportunities

Your new company

A leading manufacturing organisation based in Chester is seeking a Material & Process Engineer to join their growing engineering team. This company is recognised for its innovation, high-quality production standards, and strong investment in advanced manufacturing technologies. With a solid reputation across multiple sectors, they are continuing to expand operations and enhance their process capabilities.

Your new role

As a Material & Process Engineer, you will play a key role in optimising manufacturing processes, improving material performance, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the site. You will work closely with production, quality, and design teams to ensure efficient, cost-effective, and high-quality manufacturing outputs.Key responsibilities will include:

Developing and improving manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency and quality

Selecting and evaluating materials to meet product and performance requirements

Leading root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions for process and material issues

Supporting new product introduction (NPI) and process validation activities

Driving continuous improvement initiatives using Lean methodologies

Collaborating with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure material compliance and performance

Ensuring adherence to health, safety, and environmental standardsWhat you'll need to succeed

To be successful in this role, you will have:

A degree in Materials Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline

Proven experience in a manufacturing environment (e.g., aerospace, automotive, or industrial sectors)

Strong knowledge of materials science, processing techniques, and manufacturing systems

Experience with process improvement tools such as Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionallyWhat you'll get in return

In return, you will receive a competitive salary and benefits package, along with the opportunity to work within a forward-thinking organisation that values innovation and professional development. You'll have access to ongoing training and career progression opportunities within a supportive engineering environment.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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