Process Development Engineer

Summary: The Process Development Engineer role in Bristol involves leading the development of a new adhesive bonding process for battery pack assemblies. The position requires collaboration with engineering teams to select adhesives, conduct equipment trials, and integrate processes into manufacturing. The role emphasizes documentation, technical reporting, and risk mitigation through process validation. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK and possess relevant experience in adhesive bonding process development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Outline performance and adhesive requirements in collaboration with engineering.
• Identify, evaluate, and trial adhesives through lab-based testing.
• Specify and trial dispensing equipment suitable for production use.
• Develop and document the adhesive bonding process.
• Integrate the process into manufacturing with appropriate tooling and controls.
• Create and deliver technical reports, specifications, and training materials.
• Support risk mitigation through PFMEA and process validation activities.

Key Skills:

• Proven experience in adhesive bonding process development.
• Knowledge of adhesive types, surface preparation, and application methods.
• Familiarity with industrial dispensing equipment and process trials.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with design, quality, and production teams.
• Understanding of PFMEA and process validation best practices.

Salary (Rate): 47

City: Bristol

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Other