via Reed · 26 September 2026 ·3 days ago

Principal Production Engineer (Electronics Manufacturing)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
Cheshire Full-time GBP 50,000 – 60,000
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Principal Production Engineer (Electronics Manufacturing)

Stockport

£50,000 - £6,000 + Progression + Training + Flexible Working + Early Finish Friday + Membership Support

Are you a Production Engineer looking to take total ownership of the manufacturing department within a fully autonomous role, joining a highly reputable company recognised as leaders within electronics technologies manufacturing, operating at the forefront of the aerospace and defence sector?

In this role, you will be responsible for the oversight of the Production and Manufacturing department, supporting NPI as well as Quality Checks and legacy products. You will also be responsible for the development and implementation of DFM and DFT procedures, seen as the technical point of contact for both customers and internal teams.

Founded nearly 40 years ago, this well-established company, boasting an impressive reputation, is offering a role with fully flexible working hours, clear progression routes into higher management positions, alongside professional membership and qualification support?

With a turnover of £50 million, they aim to continue dominating their niche sector for many years to come, operating out of multiple sites across the UK, selling their products worldwide.

This role would suit a Production Manager or similar, coming from a background within the electronics industry, ideally holding a Degree/HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Electronic Engineering. You will be proficient in Microsoft Office software's, with the ability to work well both autonomously and as part of a team

The Role:

  • Monday to Friday, 37 hours a week, flexible

  • Oversight of the production and manufacturing department

  • Develop and implement DFM and DFT procedures

  • Support NPI, quality checks and legacy products

The Person:
  • Production Manager

  • Background within electronics

  • Microsoft office proficiency

  • Able to obtain security clearance

Reference: BBBH26323

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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