Industrial Engineer (Intern / Graduate)

Job Description

About the Role

Reporting to the Manufacturing Strategy & Continuous Improvement Director, this is an exciting fixed-term opportunity for an intern or graduate looking to develop their career within manufacturing, continuous improvement, and industrial engineering.

This role is ideally suited to candidates currently studying towards, or recently qualified in, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Management, or a related discipline. You will gain hands-on experience supporting improvement projects across the manufacturing facility, applying Lean Manufacturing, Factory Physics, and data-driven problem-solving techniques to enhance operational performance.

Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities for operational improvement and lead the implementation of new manufacturing systems, processes, and procedures.
• Drive continuous improvement projects focused on safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity.
• Analyse and improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) performance and lead throughput improvement programmes.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing and Factory Physics principles to optimise manufacturing performance.
• Conduct capacity planning, speed modelling, and throughput analysis to support operational decision-making.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional and cross-module teams to implement process improvements and best practices.
• Project manage both small and large-scale improvement initiatives, ensuring delivery against agreed objectives.
• Collect, analyse, and interpret manufacturing data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Support the development of standardised processes and promote a culture of continuous improvement across the organisation.

Qualifications

Essential

• Currently studying towards, or recently graduated in, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Management, or a related discipline.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and data analysis skills.
• Highly analytical and data-driven approach to problem solving.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Experience working within a manufacturing environment.

Desirable

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt qualification.
• Knowledge of Industrial Engineering methodologies, including process analysis and implementation.
• Experience leading continuous improvement programmes using Lean principles.
• Working knowledge of 5S and workplace organisation methodologies.
• Understanding of manufacturing performance management and improvement systems.
• Previous project management and leadership experience.
• Experience with capacity modelling, throughput analysis, and OEE improvement initiatives.

Personal Attributes

• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to continuous improvement.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Results-oriented with a focus on delivering measurable business improvements.
• Collaborative team player with a passion for operational excellence.

What You'll Gain

• Practical experience within a semiconductor manufacturing environment.
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and Industrial Engineering methodologies.
• Experience supporting cross-functional improvement projects.
• Mentoring from experienced Continuous Improvement and Manufacturing professionals.
• Development of analytical, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Opportunity to make a measurable impact on operational performance.

Contract Type: Fixed-Term Internship / Graduate Placement

Location: Newport