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GMP Rcruitment is seeking an experienced Engineering Project Manager to join a dynamic Worcestershire-based engineering business specialising in Defence, Rail, Automotive, and Agriculture sectors. The company offers a modern working environment with fabrication, assembly, and workshop facilities.

You will be responsible for leading and managing the Production Engineering and Design departments, ensuring the delivery of high-quality products that meet customer expectations on cost, quality, and delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee day-to-day management of Production Engineering and Design teams

Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and development for engineering staff

Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver best-in-class products and business practices

Lead project management activities across product realisation and manufactureMonitor and report on Engineering KPIs

Promote manufacturing excellence focused on cost, quality, and delivery

Support operational teams in safe working, quality, and environmental standards

Drive continual improvement initiatives across manufacturing and engineeringfunctions

Lead design reviews ensuring compliance with regulatory and design requirements

Manage engineering documentation, BOMs, delivery schedules, and customer specifications

Act as primary engineering contact during project phases

Develop innovative engineering and manufacturing solutions

Support Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) programs and lean improvement projects

Ensure robust validation and governance of BOMs and engineering change controls (ECN)

Essential Requirements

Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar Engineering Project Manager role

Strong knowledge of BS EN ISO standards, including BS 8888

Proficient in interpreting engineering drawings

Experience in document and data control within customer-focused environments

Effective communication and team leadership skills

Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines with minimal supervision

Skilled in report writing, work instructions, process instructions, quality assurance, and safety

Strong IT and data entry skills with attention to detail

Proven problem-solving capabilities and confident decision-making

Experience supporting CAPEX investments and lean continuous improvement

Desirable

Lean Six Sigma certification or experience

Knowledge of NPI and product lifecycle management

  • Experience with BS EN ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, 3834, EN 15085 standards

    Familiarity with Defence, Aerospace, Rail industries and associated standards (Def-Stan, Mil-Std, RIS)

    Membership or working towards membership of professional engineering institutions (e.g., IMechE, IET)

    Benefits

    Company pension

    Cycle to work scheme

    Free on-site parking

    Monday to Friday, Day shift

    GMP Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business on behalf of our client for this role.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: £38,000.00-£41,000.00 per year

    Work Location: In person

    Reference ID: GMP2505

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