Design Engineer

Capgemini Engineering; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Open access to digital learning platforms

Active employee networks promoting diversity, equity and inclusion

Hybrid working

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Manchester is seeking a technical Project Manager to lead a blended team focused on upgrading engineering capabilities for a Defence client. You will manage project execution through 12-week sprints, facilitating collaboration among cross-functional teams. Candidates should have a strong background in complex engineering environments, experience with KPIs, and knowledge of CAD/PLM tools like NX and Teamcenter. The position offers a hybrid work model and access to digital learning platforms.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Design Engineer or Project Manager in complex environments.
• Experience in managing projects and resources effectively.
• Track record in delivering capability initiatives using agile principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead sprint ceremonies and manage project scope and schedule.
• Facilitate collaboration between engineering teams and stakeholders.
• Track project progress and communicate status to all parties involved.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional team leadership

Agile methodologies

Understanding of KPIs/SLAs

Knowledge of CAD/PLM tools

Tools

NX

Teamcenter

Job description

Our Offer

As a technical PM, you will lead a blended team of engineers, change, training and process experts, client architects and configuration experts focused on upgrading engineering capabilities for a key Defence client. You will be responsible for ensuring effective project execution, adhering to 12‑week sprints to rapidly deliver end‑to‑end solutions in a complex, multi‑vendor delivery environment.

Your role

• Leading and facilitating sprint ceremonies including daily stand‑ups, reviews, show‑and‑tells and problem‑solve sessions.
• Managing project scope, schedule and resources to ensure successful delivery of capability initiatives.
• Removing impediments and creating an environment where the team can be effective and self‑organising.
• Tracking project progress, managing risks, and communicating status to internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
• Facilitating cross‑functional collaboration between engineering teams and business stakeholders.
• Leading lessons‑learned ceremonies to learn from experience and continuously improve future sprints.

Your profile

• Proven experience as a Design Engineer or Project Manager in complex engineering or delivery environments.
• Experience leading cross‑functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to work to KPIs / SLAs.
• Understanding of agile methodologies and their practical application in non‑agile, complex engineering projects.
• Experience in Aerospace and Defence, engineering, manufacturing and/or business and technological change/transformation projects.
• Knowledge of CAD/PLM tools (preferably NX/Teamcenter) and their application in engineering environments.

What You’ll Love About Working Here

• Hybrid working
• Open access to digital learning platforms
• Active employee networks promoting diversity, equity and inclusion like OutFront, CapAbility or Women@Capgemini

Inclusion and Disability Support

Capgemini is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) under the UK Government’s Disability Confident scheme. As part of our commitment to inclusive recruitment, we will offer an interview to all candidates who:

• Declare they have a disability, and
• Meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.
• Please opt in during the application process.

Need to know

• All roles will require a level of security clearance; This role requires SC clearance.
• You can bring your whole self to work. At Capgemini building an inclusive future is part of everyday life and will be part of your working reality. We have built a representative and welcoming environment, for everyone.