Principal Industrialisation Engineer

Safran UK; Tring; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Excellent Pension and bonus scheme

33 Days Holiday (including bank hols)

Dental and BUPA cover

Workplace nursery scheme

Midday finish on Fridays

Enhanced family friendly policies

Wellbeing programme

Employee assistance programme

Onsite subsidised canteen

Job summary

Safran UK is seeking a senior industrialisation and manufacturing engineering leader to define and deliver industrialisation strategies across products, programmes and manufacturing lines. You will lead complex NPI initiatives, drive DfM, DtC and process optimisation, and mentor cross-functional teams across engineering, operations, programmes and supply chain.

This role offers a competitive package and a path to shape future aerospace manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading industrialisation, manufacturing or production engineering in a complex environment.
• Proven track record delivering successful NPI programmes and introducing new manufacturing technologies or processes.
• Strong understanding of DfM, APQP, PFMEA, SPC and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and delivering results in fast-paced environments.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, automation and Industry 4.0 technologies.
• Ability to develop long-term strategies while maintaining focus on operational delivery.
• HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Production Engineering or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Defining and delivering industrialisation strategies across products, programmes and manufacturing lines.
• Leading complex new product introductions (NPI), technology implementation projects and manufacturing transformation initiatives.
• Developing manufacturing standards, methods, governance frameworks and best practices.
• Driving Design for Manufacture (DfM), Design to Cost (DtC) and process optimisation activities.
• Influencing product and process development decisions to improve manufacturability, quality and cost performance.
• Leading cross-functional teams and collaborating with Engineering, Operations, Programmes and Supply Chain.
• Evaluating and introducing new manufacturing technologies, automation and Industry 4.0 solutions.
• Managing industrialisation roadmaps, capital investment plans and long‑term capability development.
• Providing technical leadership, coaching and mentoring across engineering and manufacturing teams.
• Supporting supplier development and strategic make/buy decisions.

Skills

Industrialisation

Manufacturing engineering

Production engineering

NPI programmes

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Production Engineering

Tools

APQP

PFMEA

SPC

Job description

Safran - Here, we craft excellence together.

At Safran, excellence is a journey - and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision.

Safran Electrical & Power is one of the world's leaders in aircraft electrical systems. It is a key player in the equipment electrification & in the electric and hybrid propulsion sector. Mastering the on-board energy system, the company designs and provides modular, innovative and optimised architectures and solutions.

Acting as a technical authority, you will drive New Product Introduction (NPI), influence product and process design for manufacturability, introduce new technologies, and provide leadership across engineering, operations, and supply chain functions.

The role:

• Defining and delivering industrialisation strategies across products, programmes and manufacturing lines.
• Leading complex new product introductions (NPI), technology implementation projects and manufacturing transformation initiatives.
• Developing manufacturing standards, methods, governance frameworks and best practices.
• Driving Design for Manufacture (DfM), Design to Cost (DtC) and process optimisation activities.
• Influencing product and process development decisions to improve manufacturability, quality and cost performance.
• Leading cross-functional teams and collaborating with Engineering, Operations, Programmes and Supply Chain.
• Evaluating and introducing new manufacturing technologies, automation and Industry 4.0 solutions.
• Managing industrialisation roadmaps, capital investment plans and long‑term capability development.
• Providing technical leadership, coaching and mentoring across engineering and manufacturing teams.
• Supporting supplier development and strategic make/buy decisions.

Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you, both in and out of work, including:

• Competitive salary
• Excellent Pension and bonus scheme
• 33 Days Holiday (including bank holidays)
• Dental and BUPA cover
• Workplace nursery scheme
• Midday finish on Fridays
• Enhanced family friendly policies
• Wellbeing programme
• Employee assistance programme including health and finance
• Onsite subsidised canteen

We support your ambitions with training, development, a personalised career plan and mobility opportunities

Requirements and Experience

• Significant experience leading industrialisation, manufacturing engineering or production engineering activities within a complex engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record of delivering successful NPI programmes and introducing new manufacturing technologies or processes.
• Strong understanding of DfM, APQP, PFMEA, SPC and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and delivering results in fast‑paced environments.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, automation and/or Industry 4.0 technologies.
• Ability to develop long‑term strategies while maintaining focus on operational delivery.
• HNC/HND, Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Production Engineering, or equivalent experience.

We know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert. We encourage anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the hiring process that may better facilitate your participation.

We celebrate our differences and believe they make us stronger. We know that a fulfilling work environment is a key driver for innovative ideas and team success