At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage complex automated test projects across high-tech industries like aerospace and automotive.
- Company: Specialist engineering organisation with a focus on innovation and technology.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development opportunities, and a dynamic work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment with excellent growth potential.
- Why this job: Lead exciting projects and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to make a real impact.
- Qualifications: Experience in automated test systems and strong project management skills.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
A specialist engineering organisation is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support the delivery of complex automated test and engineering system projects across a range of high-tech industries including aerospace, defence, automotive, medical devices and electronics manufacturing. This role would suit someone with a background in automated test systems, electronics manufacturing test, or broader engineering-led project delivery who is confident managing technical stakeholders and coordinating multi-disciplinary engineering teams. You will take ownership of projects from handover through to delivery, ensuring successful execution across software and hardware production disciplines.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage multiple concurrent engineering and test system projects
- Act as the main point of contact for customers throughout delivery
- Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules and reporting
- Coordinate activities across software, hardware, mechanical and production teams
- Track project progress, budgets, risks and resources
- Manage change control and scope alignment with stakeholders
- Support engineering handovers from sales/quotation into delivery
- Facilitate clear communication across internal and external teams
- Lead project reviews and support continuous improvement initiatives
- Ensure delivery aligns with quality, safety and procedural standards
Technical Exposure
- Automated test or validation systems
- Electronics manufacturing test environments (FCT / ICT)
- Test software environments (e.g. Lab-based automation tools)
- PXI or modular instrumentation systems
- Measurement and instrumentation equipment
- Test fixture or tooling development
- Integration of electrical/electronic hardware systems
- Understanding of engineering project lifecycle delivery
ATE Project Manager employer: Lynx Recruitment Limited
As a leading specialist engineering organisation, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture that empowers our employees to excel in their roles. Located in a vibrant area with access to cutting-edge technology and high-tech industries, we offer competitive benefits, continuous professional development opportunities, and a supportive environment that encourages growth and creativity. Join us to be part of a team that values your expertise and is committed to delivering excellence in automated test and engineering systems.
