Engineering Project Manager

Teledyne Technologies; Newbury; On-site; GBP 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology solutions provider in Newbury seeks a Project Manager to oversee new product introductions in a dynamic engineering environment. You will lead both major and minor projects, ensuring collaboration across teams, adherence to timelines, and achieving project objectives. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in electro-mechanical product development along with a relevant degree. Competitive salary and extensive benefits offered, including a pension plan, life assurance, and a comprehensive wellbeing program.

Benefits

Salary sacrifice-led pension plan

Life assurance cover

25 days holiday plus public holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Enhanced family-friendly benefits

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in project planning and leadership in electro-mechanical environments.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects concurrently with diverse teams.
• Excellent communication skills to liaise with stakeholders effectively.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead execution of assigned projects.
• Communicate and coordinate with stakeholders and resources.
• Develop project requirements with the Sales team and clients.

Skills

Project planning

Leadership

Communication

Technical knowledge

Education

Degree in mechanical, electrical engineering or physics

Tools

MS Office

Databases

Engineering applications

Job description

At our Manufacturing facility in Newbury, Berkshire, the Teledyne Reynolds Engineering team design custom Interconnect Solutions that power some of the most advanced technologies on the planet, and even beyond. Due to sustained growth over recent years, we are now looking to expand our team. With a strong outlook in our Defence, Space and High‑End Commercial markets, new product development is a key focus. With the Semi‑conductor market in higher demand than ever, our products, which aid the inspection and quality assurance of the chips are advancing with new designs and test requirements. Space exploration and the evolution of commercial space services are driving demand in the space market. Our Engineering team and Production Operators have been directly involved in designing and building products that are now roaming the surface of Mars, orbiting the Sun and broadcasting to millions world‑wide. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for project management of new product introduction and sustaining activities within the organisation. With a team of professionals from all departments, you will work together in a structured approach, developing products from concept through to product launch. You will need to effectively communicate with staff and customers, make informed decisions and monitor progress of the project to keep it on schedule and within budget. Learning from a wealth of internal company knowledge and experience, we are hoping that you can then help us stay at the forefront of technology.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead the execution of major and minor assigned projects.
• A typical project portfolio might include 2 major projects (1–2 year duration) and up to 4 minor projects (of weeks to months duration).
• Communicate and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders and resources.
• Develop project requirements working with the Sales team & our clients.
• Support product development; chair project meetings and design reviews; project reporting; new product introduction/handover to production; ensure the manufacturing drawing pack is complete and of quality needed; capture/feedback findings from the build of prototypes.
• Business case development.
• Achievement of the agreed project objectives, benefits and on time availability of deliverables.
• Build own application knowledge in support of critical decision making.

Qualifications

• Our projects are often technically challenging, so a degree, HND or HNC in either mechanical, electrical engineering or physics is a must.
• 5+ years' experience of project planning and leadership in an electro‑mechanical product development environment.
• Good IT skills (MS‑Office suite, databases, engineering applications).

Benefits

• £55,504 per year - estimated.
• Full time work.
• Salary sacrifice‑led pension plan that matches employee contributions up to 7%.
• Free life assurance cover at the value of four times basic annual salary.
• 25 days holiday per annum plus 8 public holidays (option to purchase an additional 5 per year).
• Internal reward and recognition scheme linked to internal benefits platform.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Comprehensive wellbeing programme that supports employees with their physical, mental and financial health (Medi‑cash).
• Competitive employee discounts platform that provides employees with discounts with leading brands/retailers.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Enhanced family‑friendly benefits.
• Company sick pay.

Ethics & Compliance

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.