Principal Manufacturing Engineer

Mbda Systems; Bolton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organisation is seeking a Principal Manufacturing Engineer to enhance manufacturing engineering efforts within the Industrial Transfer Team. The role encompasses supporting bid generation, successful delivery of transfer programmes, and interacting with external stakeholders. Candidates should possess a relevant BEng degree, technical engineering apprenticeship, and be motivated to maintain high performance within the team. This opportunity also promotes personal growth and offers flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Company bonus: Up to £2,500

Pension: maximum total contribution of up to 14%

Opportunity for paid overtime

Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days

Flexible working arrangements

Enhanced parental leave

Qualifications

• A relevant BEng degree is essential.
• A formal technical apprenticeship at NVQ Level 3 or equivalent is required.
• Certification to HNC or equivalent in a relevant subject is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Support bid generation for Manufacturing Industrial Transfer campaigns.
• Deliver Industrial Manufacturing Transfer Programmes meeting business requirements.
• Interface with external stakeholders for smooth transfer programmes.

Skills

Extensive knowledge of Manufacturing Engineering

Minimum supervision

High motivation and enthusiasm

Education

Formal technical Engineering/Craft Apprenticeship to NVQ Level 3/TR23/TR21

Formal further education certificate to HNC or equivalent in a relevant subject

BEng in a relevant Engineering Degree

Job description

Overview

This position will be responsible for providing the Manufacturing Engineering focus within the Industrial Transfer Team representing the department at various forums to engage with key stakeholders and promote the department.

What we can offer you

• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments
• Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more

The opportunity

An exciting new opportunity has become available within the Industrial Transfer Team for a Principal Manufacturing Engineer to join the team. The opportunity also allows an individual to grow their knowledge within manufacturing as part of development into potential future opportunities. This role will give an individual exposure to the front end aspects of the business from initial bids through to delivery and also be both internally and externally focused. The tasks will be both tactical and strategic providing stretched objectives for personal growth and appreciation of the wider business.

• Extensive knowledge of Manufacturing Engineering
• Support to the bid generation for Manufacturing Industrial Transfer campaigns
• Work alongside the Industrial Transfer PM to generate robust bids for Manufacturing
• Identification of supporting function requirements to ensure a successful Industrial Transfer programme
• Delivery of Industrial Manufacturing Transfer Programmes in line with business and customer expectations
• Interface between external stakeholders and the Manufacturing organisation to ensure a smooth transfer programme
• Defining the Manufacturing Industrial Transfer operating principles and procedures
• Ability to write reports and technical assessments of current and future proposals

What we're looking for from you

• Formal technical Engineering/Craft Apprenticeship to NVQ Level 3/TR23/TR21
• Formal further education certificate to HNC or equivalent in a relevant subject
• BEng in a relevant Engineering Degree
• Able to work with minimum supervision
• Be highly motivated and enthusiastic, to create/maintain a high performing team

Our company

Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given. MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity and more. We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X (@MBDA_UK), Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.