Project Engineer – Aerospace Tooling & Manufacturing
We’re looking for an experienced Project Engineer to join a growing precision engineering business supporting some of the world’s most advanced aerospace programmes.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong mechanical or manufacturing engineering background who enjoys coordinating complex projects, working closely with production teams, and delivering high-quality engineering solutions from concept through to completion.
You’ll play a key role in driving projects through manufacture and delivery while working alongside design, production, quality, customers, and suppliers in a fast-paced engineering environment.
The Role
As Project Engineer, you will lead and coordinate tooling and manufacturing projects from release through to final delivery, ensuring targets for quality, cost, and schedule are achieved.
You’ll be responsible for managing multiple projects at once, communicating effectively with customers and internal departments, and helping solve technical and manufacturing challenges along the way.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate and manage manufacturing projects from release to delivery
Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to required quality standards
Review and interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, and specifications including GD&T
Work closely with Design, Production, and Quality teams to meet customer requirements
Provide customers with regular project updates and resolve technical queries
Support investigations and resolution of variances or non-conformances
Maintain accurate project documentation and status reporting
Communicate project progress clearly during production and management meetings
Support supplier and customer visits when required
What We’re Looking For Essential
Degree, HNC, or HND in Mechanical, Aerospace, Manufacturing, or related Engineering discipline
Minimum 5 years’ experience within a tooling, manufacturing, or engineering environment
Strong CAD knowledge, ideally CATIA
Good understanding of manufacturing processes, engineering materials, and GD&T
Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication skills and ability to work across multiple departments
Comfortable managing several projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Project
Desirable
Aerospace engineering or manufacturing experience
Experience using MRP systems
Knowledge of manual and CNC machining processes
Inspection and metrology experience
Composite manufacturing knowledge
What’s on Offer
Competitive salary based on experience
Flexible working arrangements around core hours
Opportunity for overtime when available
Health insurance
Contributory pension scheme
Supportive and collaborative engineering environment
Exposure to challenging, high-profile aerospace projects
Opportunities for ongoing learning and professional development
Growing business with long-term career potential
About You
You’ll be a motivated and proactive engineer who enjoys solving problems, communicating with people at all levels, and taking ownership of projects.
You’ll have strong attention to detail, a positive attitude, and the ability to stay calm under pressure while delivering results in a fast-moving manufacturing environment.