Process Engineer

Process Engineer Pilot Line / New Product Development - Advanced Manufacturing Type: Contract Start: ASAP The Opportunity Our client, a leading manufacturer in the advanced technology and infrastructure sector, is expanding production of highly engineered precision components used in next-generation connectivity and data technologies. An in-house engineering team designs and builds custom automated manufacturing equipment, and a new production process is currently in the pilot-line phase. This role is ideal for a hands-on Process Technician who can support pilot operations by running prototype systems, collecting critical process data, troubleshooting equipment, and helping refine manufacturing processes before full-scale production. This is a development-focused position rather than a traditional production operator role. Your observations, testing, and feedback will directly contribute to process optimization and equipment design. Key Responsibilities Set up, operate, and monitor pilot-line and prototype process equipment during development and qualification activities Collect, document, and report process and performance data Partner with engineers to analyze results and identify process improvements Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues and perform adjustments to maintain system performance Assemble, rebuild, and test equipment, systems, and subassemblies Perform precision inspections and measurements using metrology and optical inspection equipment Support process and equipment validation activities with accurate and audit-ready documentation Provide structured feedback to engineering teams regarding equipment performance, reliability, and process capability Assist with qualification, testing, and continuous improvement activities Maintain a safe and organized working environment while adhering to established procedures and quality standards Required Qualifications Hands-on technician, engineering technician, manufacturing technician, laboratory technician, or similar technical background Experience supporting precision manufacturing, research and development (R&D), pilot-line operations, product development, or testing environments Experience operating and monitoring process, laboratory, testing, or manufacturing equipment Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting abilities Experience collecting, documenting, and reporting test, validation, or process data Ability to identify, diagnose, and resolve equipment and process issues Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate closely with engineering teams Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced development environment Preferred Qualifications Experience with optical inspection, vision systems, or automated inspection technologies (such as Keyence or similar systems) Experience usingmetrology equipment, including: Calipers Micrometers Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) Vision measurement systems Experience supporting validation and qualification activities (IQ/OQ/PQ) Familiarity with quality systems, standard operating procedures (SOPs), GMP, QMS, or regulated manufacturing environments Experience with fiber optics, photonics, connectors, micro-assembly, or other precision manufacturing processes Exposure to custom automation equipment, robotics, or cleanroom environments Common Equipment & Technologies Candidates may have experience with: Keyence vision and inspection systems Automated manufacturing equipment Precision assembly tools Metrology and measurement equipment Mechanical and electrical test equipment Process monitoring and data collection systems Validation and qualification documentation tools GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. #J-18808-Ljbffr GCS Recruitment