Engineering Project Manager – Hardware

Instron High Wycombe, England, United Kingdom

Engineering Project Manager – Hardware

A critical functional head within Instron’s Dynamic Systems unit, working across the business to meet growth and profitability goals through innovation projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a multi‑disciplinary Hardware team supporting the execution of the Dynamic Systems new product roadmap.
• Support the Engineering Director in setting performance objectives focused on program goals, roadmap delivery, and strategy.
• Participate in talent analysis, identify development opportunities, and drive action plans for skill gaps.
• Provide onboarding, performance management, guidance, and feedback to facilitate team development.
• Collaborate with other managers to ensure consistency in project execution and promote inclusive practices.
• Champion safer working practices and H&S procedures, proactive risk management, and training.
• Oversee project life‑cycle management from planning to delivery: planning, resource allocation, progress monitoring, stakeholder communication, risk mitigation.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and participate in continuous improvement.

Competencies and Experience

• Experience leading full‑cycle new product development for multiple projects and product lines.
• Excellent project‑management skills, ability to lead and motivate teams.
• Strong understanding of complex project dependencies and impact of changes.
• Technical expertise with ability to mentor and develop technical and managerial competencies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to present to senior decision‑makers.
• Risk identification, assessment, and mitigation capability.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent with relevant experience.
• Professional recognition: Chartered member of IMECHE, Project Management qualification, or similar.

Employment Details

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Project Management and Information Technology

Industry: Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

Location: High Wycombe, England, United Kingdom

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