Manufacturing Process Engineer

Job Title: Manufacturing Process Engineer

Location: Glascoed. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role

Salary: £45,516

Who we are:

Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Job Description:

As a Process Engineer your duties will include the identification and management of process technical requirements, provision of expertise into the risk management process, implementation of Safe System of Work in line with Company and Statutory requirements and the technical management of the installation and commissioning process. A further important part of the role will be to offer process engineering support to the project delivery teams in delivering their milestones.

Core Duties:

• Develop new processes, in line with Engineering Plans and Budgets. Technical solutions and processes must be robust, timely, cost-effective and meet Customer expectations
• Develop safe systems of work for new processes in line with the business management system and lifecycle management framework
• Ensure that processes comply with industry standard controls that ensure long term process stability, including: Process Control Plans, PFMEAs
• Specify and commission new equipment, often working with suppliers to meet tight deadlines. Ensure all process equipment meets regulatory and safety standards
• Coordinate and manage a project data file capturing process and design information; to include trials data, process definition (including drawings and specifications), certification and safety data. This data is to be controlled through the company’s Product Lifecycle Management system
• Lead and support project activities to include process reviews, capability studies, and Safe System of Work

Essential Skills:

• You will have a minimum HNC / HND Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, Chemical or equivalent experience
• You will have a good understanding of project/risk management and the ability to use associated tools and techniques
• You will have good technical and manufacturing base, show initiative and be able to work to tight deadlines
• You will have experience and demonstrated knowledge in manufacturing in a high volume manufacturing environment
• You will be a professional individual who is self-motivated, able to demonstrate good planning and organisational skills

The team:

A challenging opportunity has arisen at Glascoed for a Manufacturing Process Engineer working within a multi-disciplined team involved in the design, manufacture and support of new products and processes.

You will be responsible for the development of processes from concept through to install and commissioning. You must be able to demonstrate a proven capability in developing processes including system integration.

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive:

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 29th October 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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