Principal Manufacturing Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Salford; Hybrid; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Manufacturing Engineer to spearhead New Product Introduction (NPI) initiatives in Salford. This role offers the opportunity to influence design, drive manufacturability, and deliver innovative manufacturing solutions. With a strong emphasis on career progression and project ownership, you will lead a small team, develop manufacturing architecture, and ensure effective collaboration across functions. Join a dynamic environment where your contributions will shape the future of high-performance engineering. If you are ready to embrace exciting challenges and make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

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

Qualifications

• Experience in Manufacturing Engineering with a focus on NPI.
• Strong leadership and problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead NPI manufacturing activities and collaborate with design experts.
• Manage and mentor a small team of engineers for effective solutions.

Skills

Manufacturing Engineering

New Product Introduction (NPI)

Team Leadership

Problem-Solving

Report Writing

Education

Technical Apprenticeship (NVQ Level 3/TR23/TR21)

HNC/HND or equivalent

BEng in Engineering

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Posted:

13.04.2025

Expiry Date:

28.05.2025

Job Description:

Principal Manufacturing Engineer - New Product Introduction (NPI)

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

What you'll be doing:

• 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

What we're looking for:

• 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.