Technical Projects Lead

Extension Recruitment; Ashington; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Death in Service

Private medical insurance

Enhanced pension

25 days holiday

Job summary

Extension Recruitment seeks a Technical Projects Lead in Ashington, Northumberland to drive process improvement and automation within a regulated manufacturing environment. You will lead technical initiatives, work with production and quality teams, and ensure scalable, compliant solutions.

The role requires a strong engineering background, experience in high-end manufacturing such as pharma/electronics/cleanroom, and ERP proficiency.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering is required.
• Experience in Lead Process Engineering and automation projects is essential.
• ERP system knowledge is required.
• Knowledge of GMP and regulatory compliance is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead process improvement and automation initiatives.
• Develop and implement technical solutions for manufacturing challenges.
• Ensure compliance with GMP and other regulatory requirements.
• Utilise ERP systems for planning and reporting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within scope.

Education

Degree in Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Job Title: Technical Projects Lead

Location: Ashington, Northumberland

Salary: c£55,000pa plus benefits

Contract Type: Permanent / Full Time

We’re working with a leading manufacturer seeking a Technical Projects Lead to take on a new role within their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced engineer with a strong background in process improvement and automation projects.

About the Company

This business operates in a highly regulated environment and is known for its commitment to innovation and quality. You’ll join a team that values technical expertise, continuous improvement, and collaboration.

Benefits include:

• Annual bonus scheme
• 2x Death in Service cover
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced pension contributions
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

The Role – Technical Projects Lead

As Technical Projects Lead, you’ll lead technical projects focused on process optimisation and automation. You’ll work closely with production and quality teams to ensure compliance with industry standards and deliver efficient, scalable solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead process improvement and automation initiatives
• Develop and implement technical solutions for manufacturing challenges
• Ensure compliance with GMP and other regulatory requirements
• Utilise ERP systems for planning and reporting
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within scope

About You

As Technical Projects Lead, you’ll have a strong engineering background and experience in high-end manufacturing environments such as pharma, electronics, or cleanroom operations. Knowledge of automation systems and ERP platforms is essential, and GMP experience is highly desirable.

You will ideally have:

• Degree in Engineering or related discipline
• Proven experience in Lead Process Engineering and automation
• ERP system proficiency
• Understanding of GMP and regulatory compliance
• Excellent problem-solving and project management skills

We’re committed to promoting inclusive opportunities. If you’re excited about this Technical Projects Lead role but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply — your unique perspective could be exactly what they’re looking for