Graduate Process Engineer

Randstad Inhouse Services • Contract • Merseyside, Merseyside, GB • £40,245 / year • 5d ago

🚀 Graduate Process Engineer | Ford Halewood Transmissions Ltd (FHTL)
💼 12-Month Fixed Term (Potential for Permanent) | 💰 £40,245.53 + Benefits | 📍 Halewood, Merseyside
🕒 Day Shift | Monday-Thursday 07:00-15:30, Friday 07:00-12:30

Are you ready to launch your engineering career with a global leader in advanced automotive manufacturing? Ford Halewood Transmissions Ltd (FHTL) is seeking ambitious Graduate Process Engineers to help shape the future of electric vehicle (EV) powertrains.

Join our Manufacturing Engineering Team and work across multidisciplinary groups, driving projects that transform how we deliver world-class production processes.

🌟 What You'll Be Doing:

Develop, maintain, and improve manufacturing processes for cutting-edge EV components
Manage projects safely, cost-effectively, and to strict engineering standards
Deliver innovative, real-world solutions in a high-paced, collaborative environment
Promote a zero-accident, diversity-first culture
Implement cost-saving initiatives and process improvements (Jobs per Hour, Reliability & Maintainability focus)
Ensure compliance with global quality and environmental standards (GIS, TS16949, ISO14001, ISO18001)
Lead and direct cross-functional teams and manage external contractors
Champion continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, and Six Sigma methodologies

🎓 What You'll Need:

A Degree in Automotive or Mechanical Engineering (essential)
Strong computer literacy (Excel, Word, Project Management tools)
A can-do attitude with the drive to tackle complex challenges
Excellent analytical skills and a problem-solving mindset (experience with 8Ds, 5 Whys, 6-Sigma a plus)
Strong communication and teamwork abilities
Knowledge of lean manufacturing, ergonomics, manual handling, and SPC desirable
Highly motivated, self-driven, and eager to grow

No prior work experience required - recent graduates are encouraged to apply!

🎁 Why Join Us?

Access to our Employee Development and Assistance Programme
Opportunity to access Ford's Privilege Scheme (buy Ford vehicles at discounted rates)
Yearly salary increases and a competitive pension scheme
Generous holiday allowance: 25 days + 8 bank holidays (inclusive of set shutdown dates)
Cycle to Work Scheme
On-site gym, sauna, and steam room
Become part of a global brand committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion

The Company is committed to diversity and equality of opportunity for all. This vacancy is advertised in line with the FORD equal opportunities policy.