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Principal Manufacturing Engineer
Henderson Scott
Stevenage
Hybrid
GBP 47,000 - 55,000
Full time
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Job summary
An established industry player is seeking a Principal Manufacturing Engineer to spearhead New Product Introduction (NPI) initiatives. In this pivotal role, you will influence design, drive manufacturability, and deliver innovative solutions. This position offers a unique opportunity to lead a small team, develop manufacturing strategies, and support continuous improvement initiatives while enjoying a hybrid working environment. With a strong emphasis on career progression and project ownership, this role is perfect for those ready to tackle exciting engineering challenges and make a significant impact in the field.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Experience in NPI and a strong background in Manufacturing Engineering.
- Proven team leadership and problem-solving capabilities.
Responsibilities
- Lead NPI manufacturing activities and collaborate with design experts.
- Develop manufacturing architecture and validation strategies.
- Manage and mentor a small team of engineers.
Skills
Education
Job description
Principal Manufacturing Engineer - New Product Introduction (NPI)
Location: [Bolton/Bristol/Stevenage]
Salary: Circa £47,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
Hybrid working: On-site 4-5 days/week due to project classification
Are you a driven Manufacturing Engineer looking for your next career step in an organisation where innovation meets precision engineering? This is your chance to play a leading role in New Product Introduction (NPI), influencing design, driving manufacturability, and delivering cutting-edge manufacturing solutions.
- Up to £2,500 annual bonus
- Flexible working arrangements
- Up to 15 additional days of flexi leave
- Enhanced parental leave
- Subsidised meals & free parking
- Strong focus on career progression and project ownership
- Leading NPI manufacturing activities and working closely with Design and Producibility experts
- Developing manufacturing architecture, MIT plans, and validation strategies
- Creating and approving test and manufacturing instructions
- Driving process FMEAs and capability improvements
- Managing and mentoring a small team of engineers
- Collaborating across functions to deliver bid packages, resolve technical issues, and ensure effective manufacturing solutions
- Supporting Continuous Improvement initiatives and cross-site collaboration
- Potential for some UK and overseas travel
- A background in Manufacturing Engineering with experience in NPI
- A formal technical apprenticeship (NVQ Level 3/TR23/TR21) with HNC/HND or equivalent
- OR a BEng in a relevant Engineering field
- Strong team leadership, problem-solving and report writing skills
- Comfortable working independently with a proactive mindset
If you're ready to take ownership of exciting manufacturing challenges, influence design at an early stage, and lead with impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and help shape the next generation of high-performance engineering.
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