Senior Technical Consultant

Senior Technical Consultant – Ammunition & Advanced Manufacturing
Webley & Scott India | Sial Manufacturers Pvt. Ltd.
Location: (Remote Consulting with Potential Travel to India- can ne discussed)
Engagement: Independent Consultant | Project-Based | Strategic Projects
Industry: Defence Manufacturing | Ammunition | Precision Engineering
About the Company
Webley & Scott is a historic British name with a distinguished engineering heritage. Through its manufacturing operations in India, Webley & Scott India is focused on strengthening its technical capabilities, advancing manufacturing excellence and embracing innovation.
As part of our next phase of growth, we are seeking an accomplished international engineering professional to join us as an independent technical consultant.
The Opportunity
We are looking for an experienced, forward-thinking engineering specialist with a strong background in ammunition, defence manufacturing, precision engineering or advanced industrial production.
The selected consultant will advise on strategic projects, bringing international industry experience, an independent technical perspective and a passion for innovation.
This is an opportunity for a senior professional or mid level professional who understands industrial machinery, manufacturing systems and modern production technologies, and who can help shape the future of a growing manufacturing organisation.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide independent technical and strategic guidance on two designated manufacturing projects.
* Assess existing machinery, production infrastructure and operational capabilities.
* Advise on machinery selection, industrial automation, equipment performance and manufacturing efficiency.
* Identify opportunities for technological innovation, modernisation and process improvement.
* Evaluate international manufacturing practices and recommend relevant technologies.
* Guide engineering teams on production planning, machinery integration, quality management and operational excellence.
* Support technical feasibility assessments and long-term manufacturing development.
* Collaborate with company leadership to develop practical recommendations for sustainable growth.
* Provide mentorship and knowledge transfer to internal engineering teams.
* Ensure recommendations align with applicable industry standards, safety requirements and regulatory obligations.
Ideal Candidate Profile
* 10–20+ years of relevant engineering or manufacturing industry experience, preferably in a senior technical or advisory capacity.
* Background in ammunition, defence manufacturing, precision engineering, mechanical engineering or industrial machinery.
* Strong practical understanding of manufacturing equipment, machine operations and production systems.
* Experience in factory modernisation, industrial automation, engineering project management or technology evaluation.
* Previous experience in a senior engineering, technical director, plant leadership or consultancy role.
* Ability to combine hands-on engineering knowledge with strategic thinking.
* Familiarity with international manufacturing quality and safety standards.
* Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with international teams.
* An innovative mindset, independent judgment and genuine enthusiasm for engineering advancement.
Experience working within established UK or US ammunition engineering and manufacturing organisations will be particularly valued.
Why Join Us?
This is not a traditional full-time engineering position.
It is an opportunity to contribute your experience and expertise to a growing international manufacturing initiative, work directly with company leadership and help influence meaningful long-term engineering decisions.
We value professionals who are curious, technically accomplished, commercially aware and motivated by the opportunity to build something exceptional.
Engagement Details
* Consultancy-based engagement covering strategic projects.
* Flexible working arrangement with remote collaboration.
* Potential visits to manufacturing facilities in India.
* Compensation and project scope to be discussed based on experience and expertise.
How to Apply
Interested professionals are invited to submit their CV or professional profile, highlighting relevant manufacturing experience, previous technical advisory roles and significant engineering projects.
Join us in combining British engineering heritage with the next generation of manufacturing innovation.

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