Production Engineer / Project Manager
Willenhall, West Midlands
Permanent | £40,000 – £45,000 (DOE)Join a specialist, high-impact engineering company operating in the defence sector. They're on a mission to make the world safer by delivering precision-engineered solutions to remove dangerous materials — fast, reliably, and to the highest standards.
The Role:Our Client are looking for a hands-on Production Engineer / Project Manager to take ownership of production planning and execution. You’ll coordinate across Design, Procurement, CNC, and Project Engineering teams to keep projects moving, resolve issues early, and ensure on-time delivery.
What You'll Do:- Lead and maintain production plans from start to finish
- Coordinate teams, suppliers, and senior stakeholders
- Monitor progress, manage risks, and escalate issues as needed
- Drive accountability and continuous improvement across departments
About You:- 5+ years in a mechanical engineering or manufacturing environment
- HNC/HND (minimum ONC) in Mechanical or Production Engineering
- Strong communicator and natural problem-solver
- Experience managing production in fast-paced, multi-project settings
- Motivated, organised, and delivery-focused
Why Join Us?Meaningful work in a niche, defence-related industry
A small, agile team where your impact is visible
Unique, complex projects with real-world impact
UK nationals only apply please – must be eligible for security clearance.