Principal Manufacturing Engineer - Electronics

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the electronics sector seeks a Principal Manufacturing Engineer to enhance manufacturing processes in Leeds. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in electronics, capable of ensuring compliance with international standards and leading continuous improvement initiatives. This senior role combines technical expertise with leadership to drive quality and efficiency in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree in electronics or electrical engineering.
• Experience in electronics manufacturing.
• Ideally familiar with calibration and product compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead improvements in calibration and compliance processes.
• Ensure adherence to international standards and support approvals.
• Drive improvements in equipment and training related to manufacturing.

Skills

Continuous process improvement

Calibration

Product compliance

Technical manufacturing processes

Education

Bachelor's degree in electronics or electrical engineering

Job description

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Principal Manufacturing Engineer - Electronics, Leeds, West Yorkshire

Client:

Redline Group - Specialist Recruitment for Technology & Electronics Companies

Location:

Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Principal Manufacturing Engineer – Electronics

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 Leeds-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 for this Leeds-based Principal Manufacturing Engineer job 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.
• Demonstrated achievement in continuous process improvement and compliance with international standards in the electronics industry or a closely related industry.

To apply for this Leeds-based Principal Manufacturing Engineer role, please send your CV to [email protected] or contact Nick at 01582878828 or 07487756328.