Engineering Manager

Job Description

Engineering Manager

About the Role:
Our client is a well-known Engineering company manufacturing precision engineered products for clients all over the world. They have won multiple awards in recent years for the way their business is managed which makes this a great place to work.
They are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to take full responsibility for all technical engineering activities within the organisation. This pivotal role requires a strategic leader dedicated to driving continuous improvement in manufacturing techniques through innovative design and process management, ensuring that we continue to produce high-quality products in a cost-effective manner.

What's in it for you:

  • Salary of £60,000 - £65,000 plus Bonus

  • Day shift: Monday to Friday

  • Life assurance

  • Pension contribution

  • Healthcare plan

  • Opportunities for professional development


Key Responsibilities:

  • Guide and manage a team of engineers, setting a clear technical direction to deliver superior quality products.

  • Implement best practices and provide direction to engineering leads and operatives, ensuring projects, engineering change controls (ECCs), and new product developments (NPDs) are communicated and executed efficiently.

  • Collaborate with senior management to develop and execute strategic engineering initiatives aligned with company objectives.

  • Partner with Production and Operations teams to develop a comprehensive preventative maintenance strategy.

  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on enhancing product performance, compliance, and efficiency.

  • Identify and implement training and development strategies to build team capabilities.

  • Evaluate and improve existing practices and systems to optimise performance.

  • Plan and oversee engineering special projects to ensure they align with strategic goals.

  • Promote adherence to legislative and business standards, including health & safety, environmental, and technical regulations.

  • Prepare design packs for production using AutoCAD and 3D SolidWorks, ensuring the accuracy of engineering drawings and quotations.

  • Lead cost reduction initiatives through innovative design, ensuring competitive pricing for customer inquiries.

  • Provide high-level technical support to the production and manufacturing teams, ensuring prompt resolution of warranty issues and other technical challenges.

Qualifications:

  • Third level qualification in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Quality Engineering (or equivalent experience).

  • Minimum five years of experience as an Engineering Manager in a manufacturing environment.

  • Expertise in special processes (e.g., welding, painting) and quality control tools.

  • Experience with ISO 9001 standards and lean manufacturing principles.

  • Strong commercial acumen with a focus on managing costs of quality (COQ) and reducing costs of poor quality (COPQ).

  • Proficiency in MS Office and engineering software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks).


For more information on this opportunity, please apply via the link or contact Karl Yellop at karl.yellop@vanrath.com for a confidential discussion.