Terry Parris Associates Ltd

Senior Engineer / Technical Mentor (Metallurgy & Process Engineering) Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Engineer and Technical Mentor to provide leadership across process engineering and continuous improvement (CI) initiatives within a low-volume, high-value capital equipment environment. This role bridges Production and Engineering, ensuring robust metallurgical processes, knowledge transfer, and operational excellence. The successful candidate will act as a subject matter expert in metallurgy while mentoring engineering and production teams to deliver consistent, high-quality outcomes. Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership & Mentorship Act as a senior technical authority in metallurgy and process engineering. Mentor and develop engineers, technicians, and production staff. Provide guidance on complex technical challenges and decision-making. Promote a culture of continuous learning and best practice sharing. Process Ownership & Continuous Improvement Oversee and optimise manufacturing processes for metallurgical products. Lead and support Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma). Identify process inefficiencies and implement sustainable improvements. Ensure processes are robust, repeatable, and scalable for low-volume production. Cross-Functional Collaboration Act as the key interface between Engineering and Production teams. Support design-for-manufacture (DFM) and design-for-process (DFP) activities. Translate engineering requirements into practical production solutions. Facilitate communication and alignment across departments. Project & Product Support Provide technical input on large-scale capital equipment projects. Support new product introduction (NPI) and process validation. Ensure metallurgical integrity and compliance with specifications. Troubleshoot issues across the product lifecycle. Quality & Compliance Ensure adherence to industry standards and internal quality systems. Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for process failures. Maintain documentation, procedures, and technical standards. Key Skills & Experience Degree (or higher) in Metallurgy, Materials Science, or related engineering discipline. Significant experience in metallurgical/process engineering within heavy industry or capital equipment. Proven experience in mentoring or coaching engineering and production teams. Strong understanding of low-volume, high-complexity manufacturing environments. Experience with Continuous Improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.). Ability to work across disciplines and influence without direct authority. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Personal Attributes Strong communicator with the ability to translate complex concepts clearly. Collaborative and approachable leadership style. Pragmatic, hands-on approach to engineering challenges. Passion for developing people and building technical capability. High level of integrity and attention to detail. Desirable Chartered Engineer status (or working towards). Experience with large-scale capital equipment or bespoke engineering projects. Academic or research background linked to industrial application. TPA Recruit is a specialist recruitment agency acting on behalf of our client to source and assess suitable candidates for this position. All applications will be reviewed and processed by our team, who will liaise directly with shortlisted individuals throughout the hiring process

Electronics Engineer Lewes - £45,000-£47,500 (DOE) An opportunity has arisen for an Electronics Engineer to join a growing engineering business in Lewes, supporting the development of advanced electronic systems used in transport technology. This Electronics Engineer position sits within a well-established R&D team and offers involvement across the full product lifecycle. The Electronics Engineer will take ownership of PCA design for both new and legacy products, working on controllers, TFT displays and associated systems. This Electronics Engineer role requires strong schematic capture and PCB layout capability using Altium, alongside a solid understanding of microcontrollers and component selection. Working closely with cross-functional teams, the Electronics Engineer will support prototyping, testing and formal release processes, ensuring designs are robust, manufacturable and aligned with long-term product strategy. This Electronics Engineer position suits someone who is methodical, detail-focused and comfortable managing multiple design projects in parallel, with a strong appreciation for obsolescence management and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities: Design and development of printed circuit assemblies (PCAs) PCB layout and schematic design using Altium Support prototyping, testing and product validation Manage PCB release and documentation control Collaborate with internal teams across engineering and production Requirements: Experience designing PCAs and PCB layouts Strong schematic design capability (Altium preferred) Understanding of microcontrollers / CPUs Awareness of component obsolescence and lifecycle management Strong organisational and communication skills Desirable: Hyperlynx experience Exposure to Z2 database Experience working in cross-functional engineering teams Package: 25 days holiday + bank holidays (rising to 30) 6% pension contribution Private medical insurance Bonus scheme Enhanced family leave TPA Recruit is a specialist recruitment agency acting on behalf of our client to source and assess suitable candidates for this position. All applications will be reviewed and processed by our team, who will liaise directly with shortlisted individuals throughout the hiring process