Project Manager - NPI

Are you an experienced Project Manager - NPI with a passion for leading development projects from concept through to mass production? My client, a world-class technology manufacturer based in Weymouth, is looking for a driven individual to oversee the end-to-end delivery of their next generation of printer products.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established engineering business where you’ll coordinate multi-disciplinary teams, manage high-impact projects, and play a key role in launching innovative, high-performance products into global markets.

• Leading cross-functional project teams, including design and manufacturing specialists.
• Developing detailed project plans, budgets, and resource schedules, ensuring projects stay on track for time, cost, and quality.
• Acting as the central point of communication between engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, and senior stakeholders.
• Managing requirements, scope, and risk throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Coordinating with vendors and external partners, ensuring key deliverables are met to specification and schedule.
• Overseeing the transition to mass production, ensuring successful handover to manufacturing and supply chain teams.

• 5+ years’ project management experience, with at least 3 years leading product development.
• Proven success managing projects within a manufacturing or product development environment.
• Strong understanding of the product development lifecycle and best practices in project delivery.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools such as MS Project, Jira, Asana, or Smartsheet.
• A degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field (preferred).
• Experience developing printers, scanners, or imaging devices is advantageous.
• Familiarity with firmware, embedded systems, and mechanical engineering principles is a plus.

This is your chance to be part of a business developing market-leading products in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment. You’ll enjoy autonomy, visibility, and the opportunity to make a real impact across multiple product lines, supported by a collaborative team that values innovation and excellence.

• A competitive salary up to £55,000
• Generous benefits package
• Genuine opportunities for professional growth and development