Project Engineer/Manager - Composite Parts

Michael Page; Newbury; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is assisting a client in Newbury to recruit a Project Engineer/Manager focused on composite parts within the industrial and manufacturing sector. You will oversee planning, NPI, and end-to-end delivery to bring new products into full production.

Ideal candidates will have proven project management experience in manufacturing, strong composite knowledge, and the ability to read technical drawings.

Qualifications

• Experience managing projects in industrial/manufacturing sectors.
• Strong understanding of composite materials and processes.
• Able to read technical drawings and sign off amendments.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration with diverse teams.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Bring two new products into full production quickly.
• Lead the NPI work with production and engineering managers.
• Budgeting, procuring parts, reporting to end customers.
• Manage end-to-end project lifecycles and timely delivery.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Monitor budgets and resources; adjust to stay on track.
• Identify and mitigate project risks.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Facilitate cross-department communication.
• Drive continuous improvement in PM processes.

Skills

Project management

Composite materials

Reading technical drawings

Stakeholder communication

Budgeting and planning

Job description

Project Engineer/Manager, Newbury: As a Project Manager focused on composite parts, you'll oversee the planning and execution of projects within the industrial and manufacturing sector. You will work with engineering and manufacturing doing NPI, bring new products into full production.

Client Details

Project Engineer/Manager, Newbury: Our client is a highly regarded engineering and manufacturing organisation specialising in the development and production of advanced composite solutions. Operating within technically demanding sectors, the business is recognised for its innovation, engineering expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality products for a diverse customer base.

Description

Project Engineer/Manager, Newbury:

• You will be responsible for bring two new products into full production very quickly.
• You will work with production manager and engineering manager but you will lead the NPI work
• Budgeting, procuring parts, reporting to the end customer and ensuring deadlines and commercial objectives are met
• Manage end-to-end project lifecycles, ensuring timely delivery of composite parts.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to meet project goals.
• Monitor budgets and resources, making adjustments as needed to stay on track.
• Identify and mitigate project risks to minimise delays or issues.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including progress reports.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations throughout project execution.
• Facilitate communication across departments to align objectives and timelines.
• Drive continuous improvement in project management processes and delivery methods.

Profile

A successful Project Manager - Composite Parts should have:

• Proven experience managing projects in the industrial or manufacturing sector.
• Strong understanding of composite materials and related manufacturing processes.
• Ideally have a technical background or qualification but certainly be able to read technical drawings and sign off amendments
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.

You will live locally and drive - Public Transport is not an optionJob Offer

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £45,000 to £55,000, dependent on the level of experience.
• Permanent position within the industrial and manufacturing industry