Engineering Project Manager

Job Details

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Engineering Project Manager to join our clients growing team. This is a key role responsible for the successful planning, coordination, and delivery of engineering projects across the business, with a particular focus on New Product Introduction (NPI) and Engineering Change (EC) processes within a manufacturing environment.

As the Engineering Project Manager, you will act as the primary customer-facing engineering representative, ensuring projects are delivered on time while maintaining clear communication with both internal teams and customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, manage and deliver engineering projects in line with agreed timelines, customer requirements, and internal procedures.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure the successful introduction of new products into production.
• Manage the Engineering Change process, including reviewing, approving and implementing engineering changes across the organisation.
• Project manage tool repair and modification activities, maintaining communication with both internal teams and customers.
• Act as the main customer-facing engineering contact for NPI programmes, engineering changes and tooling activities.
• Work closely with the Customer Account Team to ensure aligned and consistent communication with customers.
• Provide technical input and support when preparing quotations and proposals.

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience managing engineering projects within a manufacturing or technical production environment.
• Experience managing New Product Introduction (NPI) and Engineering Change (EC) processes.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and engineering documentation.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and production constraints.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining timelines and milestones.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to drive progress and hold teams accountable.
• Excellent communication skills with the confidence to liaise with customers and internal teams.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Experience working within ISO 9001 quality management systems (ISO 13485 knowledge would be advantageous).

Salary & Benefits

• £50,000 – £60,000 salary
• 37.5 hour week with flexi-time
• Core hours: Monday – Thursday: 09:30–12:00 and 14:00–16:00; Friday: 09:30–12:00 and 13:00–14:00
• 5% employer matched pension contribution
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Option to purchase up to 5 additional days holiday
• Life assurance (3× annual salary)
• Company bonus scheme linked to individual and company performance
• Healthcare Cash Plan

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV to [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] (Barry Salters) outlining your relevant experience and why you would be a great fit for this position.

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