Process engineer

Senior e-Powertrain Process Engineer Location: Saudi Arabia (onsite, approximately 90km north of Jeddah)Contract: Until the end of 2027 with strong potential for extension Package: Competitive salary, paid in USD, visa provided, accommodation and additional benefits covered An Exciting Opportunity to Join a Major EV Manufacturing Launch We are supporting a global automotive manufacturing programme involving the launch of a state-of-the-art electric drive unit production facility. This is a rare opportunity to play a key role in establishing new manufacturing operations from the ground up, supporting the installation, commissioning, qualification and ramp-up of advanced e-powertrain production lines. As a Process Engineer, you will be at the forefront of a large-scale electric vehicle manufacturing launch, working within a highly international environment and helping to bring cutting-edge technology into full-scale production. Key Responsibilities Own and develop manufacturing processes within your designated production area Lead equipment commissioning, qualification activities and production readiness Drive APQP, PPAP and process validation activities Optimise cycle times, line balancing and manufacturing efficiency Lead root cause investigations and structured problem-solving activities Improve quality, yield, downtime performance and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)Implement process controls, SPC and traceability systems Work closely with suppliers, quality teams and production stakeholders Support continuous improvement initiatives throughout ramp-up and full-scale production Train and mentor production technicians and operators Requirements Degree qualified in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechatronics or related Engineering discipline Minimum 5 years' experience in high-volume manufacturing environments Strong process engineering experience within automotive, powertrain, electronics, electric motors, battery, or related manufacturing sectors Experience with APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans and process validation Strong knowledge of SPC, DOE, MSA and capability analysis Hands-on experience supporting production lines and manufacturing operations Excellent problem-solving and stakeholder management skills Fluent English communication skills Highly Desirable Experience in EV, e-motor, inverter, power electronics or e-axle manufacturing Greenfield plant launch or large-scale manufacturing ramp-up experience IATF 16949 exposure Lean Six Sigma certification Experience with automation, robotics or advanced manufacturing technologies What's On Offer?Tax-free earnings Salary paid in USDAccommodation and additional benefits provided Visa sponsorship and full relocation support Opportunity to work on one of the region's most significant EV manufacturing programmes Long-term project running through to the end of 2027 with potential extensions Exposure to advanced manufacturing technologies and large-scale industrial operations International, highly collaborative working environment

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