Principal Manufacturing Engineer - Electronics

JR United Kingdom; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electronics manufacturer is seeking a Principal Manufacturing Engineer in Hemel Hempstead to lead advancements in calibration, compliance, and manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background with experience in continuous process improvement and compliance with international standards. This role entails managing quality accreditation and driving efficiency within the manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree in electronics or electrical engineering.
• Experience in calibration, product compliance, and technical manufacturing processes.
• Proven track record in continuous process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Review and improve product calibration, including setting up a new lab for ISO17025 accreditation.
• Ensure product compliance with international standards and support approvals for new markets.
• Lead on NPI and interface between R&D and manufacturing.

Skills

Calibration

Compliance

Continuous Process Improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in electronics or electrical engineering

Job description

Principal Manufacturing Engineer - Electronics, Hemel Hempstead

Client: Redline Group - Specialist Recruitment for Technology & Electronics Companies

Location: Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

Posted: 04.06.2025

Expiry Date: 19.07.2025

Job Description:

Are you an experienced Manufacturing Engineer ready to take on a principal-level role within an electronics or electrical manufacturing environment? If so, our client has the role for you!

Our Nottingham-based client is looking for a hands-on engineer to lead improvements in calibration, compliance, and manufacturing processes to internationally recognised quality and technical standards.

The Principal Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for:

• Reviewing and improving all aspects of product calibration, including setting up a new lab and gaining ISO17025 accreditation.
• Ensuring product compliance with international standards (e.g., Safety, EMC) and supporting approvals for new markets or applications.
• Leading on NPI and acting as the interface between R&D and manufacturing. Driving improvements in equipment, processes, instructions, and training.
• Supporting sub-contracting and outsourcing initiatives where technical and commercial benefits exist.
• Maintaining ISO9001:2015 UKAS accreditation and driving quality improvements through training, testing, and reporting.

The successful candidate will have:

• A minimum of a bachelor's degree in electronics or electrical engineering.
• Experience working within an electronics manufacturing business.
• Ideally experience in calibration, product compliance, and technical manufacturing processes.
• Proven track record of continuous process improvement and compliance to international standards in electronics or related industries.

To apply, please send your CV to [e-mail] or contact Nick at 01582 878828 or 07487 756328.