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Principal Manufacturing Engineer
Henderson Scott Limited
Stevenage
Hybrid
GBP 47,000
Full time
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Job summary
An established industry player seeks a Principal Manufacturing Engineer to lead New Product Introduction (NPI) efforts. In this dynamic role, you will influence design and drive manufacturability while delivering innovative manufacturing solutions. You will lead a small team, develop manufacturing strategies, and support continuous improvement initiatives. This position offers a unique opportunity to impact high-performance engineering projects and enjoy a hybrid working environment with excellent benefits, including a substantial annual bonus and flexible working arrangements. Join us to shape the future of manufacturing!
Benefits
Qualifications
- Experience in Manufacturing Engineering with NPI focus.
- Strong leadership and problem-solving skills required.
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
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.
Why join?- 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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