Jobs in Newbury

A Project Manager /Engineer is sought to lead the delivery of engineering projects from prototype through to full production. The role focuses on managing timelines, costs, and technical requirements, while working closely with internal teams and customers to ensure successful project outcomes in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Client Details

Project Manager /Engineer, Newbury: The client is an innovative and fast-growing advanced manufacturing business specialising in high-performance aerospace and defence products. Operating in a technically demanding environment, they support cutting-edge applications and are currently scaling production significantly, offering strong long-term career opportunities within a collaborative and forward-thinking team.

Description

Project Manager / Engineer, Newbury:

Take full ownership of new product projects from prototype to mass production
Extensive communication of progress, problems, solutions, timescales, finances with all stakeholders & customers
Control project timelines, budgets, and technical delivery
Coordinate with production, sales, and customer stakeholders
Develop manufacturing processes and production documentation
Ensure all procedures meet quality, safety, and traceability standards
Identify risks early and resolve technical or delivery challenges
Support material procurement and cost control activities
Drive improvements in efficiency and manufacturing performance

Profile

Project Manager /Engineer, Newbury:

Excellent communicator who can influence across teams and customers
Experience in a Project Manager or similar role within manufacturing
Background supporting products from development into production
Understanding of both low and high-volume manufacturing environments
Strong communication skills across technical and non-technical teams
Proactive approach to problem-solving and issue resolution
Comfortable working without direct reports but influencing widely
Engineering degree, HND, or equivalent hands-on experience
Practical, organised, and able to manage multiple priorities

Job Offer

Salary £40,000 - £50,000 plus good benefits

Own high-impact projects taking advanced products from prototype to full-scale production in a fast-growing, cutting-edge manufacturing environment.

Gain real ownership, customer exposure, and the chance to shape how products are built as the business rapidly scales