Continuous Improvement Engineer

Continuous Improvement Engineer (Lean Six Sigma)

Bristol (Hybrid)

£55000 - £60000 + bonus and benefits

We’re working with a global engineering and manufacturing business seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer to drive operational excellence across its UK site in Bristol.

This is a hands-on role focused on embedding Lean and Six Sigma principles, delivering measurable improvements in productivity, quality, and cost efficiency.

You’ll lead improvement initiatives across the business - training teams, coaching stakeholders, and implementing standardised processes. Working cross-functionally, you’ll facilitate problem-solving sessions, drive root cause analysis, and ensure continuous improvement becomes part of the wider culture.

Key responsibilities:

• Deliver Lean Six Sigma training and mentor teams at all levels
• Lead CI projects to reduce waste and improve operational performance
• Define and maintain process standards and best practices
• Facilitate structured problem-solving and root cause analysis
• Track KPIs and report on improvement outcomes
• Engage with global CI forums and initiatives

Experience required:

• Engineering degree (or equivalent experience)
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (minimum)
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience working in complex, fast-paced environments
• Proactive, self-starting approach with strong analytical capability
• Solid IT skills, particularly across MS Office

What’s on offer:

• A collaborative, high-trust working environment
• Strong focus on career development and continuous learning
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to contribute to global improvement initiatives

This is an excellent opportunity for a CI professional looking to take ownership of impactful projects within a well-established, innovation-led organisation.