Engineer Manager – Precision Machining

Commutable from: Bristol, Bath, Filton, Gloucester, Stonehouse, Chippenham, Portishead

Salary: £ 55,000 - £ 65,000 p.a. + Benefits


An established and highly successful, Aerospace & Defence company with a highly innovative and specialist level of capability within advanced machining operations seeks an Engineering Manager as part of internal succession planning developments. 

The role would ideally suit someone who is either early in their career as an Engineering Manager already or looking to take their first step up into full Management from a Senior / Lead Manufacturing Engineering level or similar!

Aerospace sector experience would be ideal but not essential, although a background gained in a Precision Machining environment with involvement of managing a team of CAD/CAM  and Manufacturing Engineers, coupled with involvement in the development and introduction of New Products, plus Engineering Systems and evolving Manufacturing Standards would be advantageous.

Forming part of a close-knit yet forward thinking team, this is an agile and highly progressive company that is seeking someone serious about their career and onward advancement.

Outline Responsibilities:

Direct management and co-ordination of the Engineering team, comprising CAD/CAM Development Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers and NPI to deliver against engineered systems to manufacturing in line with identified requirements (Manufacturability, Productivity, Cost, Schedule, Regulatory / Customer requirements, HSE, and Manufacturing Quality Standards).

Work with Customers to liaise on engineering aspects for products , including creation of non-conformance through to drawing approval requests.

Management of NPI / Process Introduction with a strong technical understanding – CNC machining systems (3/4/5 Axis), Engineering drawings (GD&T and special processes), and LEAN processes and best practices.


For more information please contact Danielle Neve