Product Engineer

Perfect Placement; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable manufacturing firm in Greater Manchester is seeking a skilled Product Engineer to support sales with accurate quoting and manage product specifications. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing or automotive sectors, coupled with excellent communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary of up to £47,000 per annum, along with numerous benefits such as enhanced leave and wellness programs.

Benefits

Competitive salary

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Birthday off

Pension scheme

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Wellness programs

In-house training opportunities

Recognition for long service

Branded uniform

Performance reviews

Death in service benefit

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Product Engineer or similar role within manufacturing or automotive sectors.
• Strong understanding of product specifications and bill of materials.
• Excellent communication skills to liaise with suppliers and customers.

Responsibilities

• Produce engineering-ready part lists and specifications.
• Maintain supplier quotes and manage supplier costs.
• Create order acknowledgements and documentation for customers.
• Track quote statuses and report on customer conversions.
• Communicate with customers regarding specifications.
• Ensure clear communication between sales and engineering departments.
• Sign off build documentation and engineering specifications.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Cost estimation

Understanding of product specifications

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

Relevant technical qualifications

Job description

Join Our Team as a Product Engineer in Manchester

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Product Engineer to join our prestigious manufacturing facility in Trafford Park, Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to contribute to a long‑established company recognised for quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction. The successful Product Engineer will play a vital role in supporting sales through accurate quoting, managing product specifications, and liaising with suppliers to uphold high standards within a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Benefits of this Product Engineer role include:

• Competitive salary up to £47,000 per annum depending on experience
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• A day off to celebrate your birthday
• Auto‑enrolment pension scheme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave policies
• Access to wellness programmes and Employee Assistance Programmes including 24HR Online GP access
• Training and development opportunities through our in‑house training hub
• Recognition for long service
• Branded uniform provided
• Regular performance reviews and opportunities for career progression
• Death in service benefit

As a Product Engineer, your duties will include:

• Producing engineering‑ready part lists and specifications
• Maintaining supplier quotes and managing supplier costs
• Creating order acknowledgements and documentation for customers
• Tracking quote statuses and reporting on customer conversions
• Communicating with customers regarding specifications and requirements
• Ensuring accurate and clear communication between sales and engineering departments
• Signing off build documentation and engineering specifications
• Managing product specifications within the engineering team
• Maintaining control of the product matrix and high‑value parts lists
• Preparing and completing sales quotes efficiently
• Supporting departmental improvements and other team duties as required

The ideal Requirements for this Product Engineer role are:

• Proven experience as a Product Engineer, Design Engineer or similar within manufacturing or automotive sectors
• Strong understanding of product specifications, bill of materials, and cost estimation
• Excellent communication skills to liaise confidently with suppliers and customers
• Ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast‑paced environment
• Relevant technical qualifications and a proactive approach to problem‑solving

We encourage applications from Engineers who are experienced and fully qualified, even if they do not meet 100% of the listed criteria. We value passion, achievements, and a desire to learn and grow within our team.

If you are interested in hearing more about this Product Engineer job in the Manchester area, please contact Paul Martin at Perfect Placement Today.

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