Salary range: £59,966 - £67,468 per annum
FTE: 1
Term: Open ended
Closing Date: 19 July 2026
Location: NMIS, Renfrew
The University of Strathclyde has a long history of working with industry to deliver strong business growth from access to research and innovation expertise. The latest major initiative continuing to deliver on this track record is through the National Manufacturing Institute Scotland (NMIS).
As a magnet for innovation in advanced manufacturing, the National Manufacturing Institute Scotland (NMIS) group of specialist R&D centres, supports manufacturing, engineering and associated tech businesses of all sizes, to thrive domestically and internationally through accelerating productivity, embracing new digital technologies and achieving net-zero targets.
We turn smart ideas into reality and deliver ground-breaking research.
Coming from diverse backgrounds and disciplines, our passionate team works alongside industry, academia, and the public sector to solve problems, train the workforce of the future and generate the creative ideas that will transform manufacturing.
Ultimately, we are growing the economy, developing a vibrant and skilled talent pool and helping create prosperous, sustainable communities.
The Opportunity
NMIS is seeking to appoint a Principal Engineer (Digital Manufacturing Team Lead), to shape and deliver high-impact knowledge exchange programmes that connect cutting-edge research with real industrial challenges - delivering innovative outcomes of national and international significance.
As Principal Engineer (Digital Manufacturing Team Lead), you will take ownership of NMIS's Digital Manufacturing capability, leading the development and delivery of knowledge exchange activities with strong industrial relevance and translational impact. Working as Principal or Co-Investigator, you will spearhead high-value funding proposals and lead their delivery in close partnership with industry and academic collaborators.
You will line manage and inspire a technical team, providing technical direction, mentorship and the strategic clarity to grow the team's capabilities and national profile. You will build and sustain networks across industry, academia and government, translating innovative ideas into solutions that genuinely change how manufacturing businesses operate.
To be considered, you will hold a first degree (minimum 2:1) in a relevant engineering discipline, along with significant professional experience in a relevant industry setting or a PhD. You will have knowledge and experience of Digital Manufacturing in an industrial and/or research context, a track record of securing knowledge exchange funding, and experience of line managing a team. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to present complex information clearly to a range of audiences, are essential.
For informal enquiries, please contact Stephen Fitzpatrick, Digital Factory Director, [email protected]
