At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage engineering projects and improve manufacturing processes in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Specialist manufacturer in the oil & gas and petrochemical sectors.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, training for career growth, pension, and holiday entitlement.
- Other info: Opportunity for long-term career progression and hands-on project management.
- Why this job: Join a growing team and develop into a senior technical leadership role.
- Qualifications: Mechanical/Electrical Engineering qualification or relevant experience required.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Location: North Shields
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 DOE
Our client is a specialist manufacturer supplying bespoke products to the oil & gas and petrochemical sectors. Due to continued growth and future succession planning, they are seeking a Technical Engineer / Manager to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking to broaden their responsibilities and develop into a senior technical leadership role.
The successful candidate will support engineering projects, maintenance, quality, technical support and compliance, with the opportunity to progress into a Technical Manager position.
Position Overview- Manage capital engineering (CAPEX) projects from specification and supplier selection through to implementation.
- Identify opportunities to improve and automate manufacturing equipment and processes.
- Coordinate preventative maintenance activities and support the upkeep of site infrastructure, including buildings and services.
- Manage and maintain the company's Quality Management Systems, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards.
- Coordinate internal and external quality audits and support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Maintain and promote the company's training matrix and competency records.
- Provide technical support to customers and internal departments, resolving product and engineering-related queries.
- Ensure product compliance across the business and supply chain.
- Support CNC programming and operator training, including basic G-code programming and Autodesk Inventor/Fusion.
- Assist with Health & Safety activities, including maintaining COSHH/MSDS documentation and supporting NEBOSH/IOSH compliance (training provided where required).
- Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering qualification or equivalent industry experience.
- Previous experience within a Manufacturing, Process, Project or Technical Engineering role.
- Strong problem-solving skills with a practical, hands-on approach.
- Experience managing engineering projects and driving continuous improvement.
- Good understanding of Quality Management Systems and ISO standards.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- Competent with Microsoft Office applications.
- Knowledge of CNC programming, Autodesk Inventor/Fusion or manufacturing processes would be advantageous.
- NEBOSH or IOSH qualifications are desirable but not essential, as training can be provided.
- Based within a commutable distance of North Shields.
- Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 depending on experience.
- Full-time, permanent position.
- Training and development towards a Technical Manager role.
- Company pension.
- Holiday entitlement.
- Opportunity to join a well-established manufacturer with genuine long-term career progression.
Technical Engineer / Manager employer: Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD
Join a leading player in the HVAC sector as a Chiller Engineer in Kent, where you will benefit from a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With competitive salaries ranging from £40-47k, generous holiday allowances, and travel expenses covered, this role offers not just a job, but a rewarding career path in a thriving industry. Enjoy the unique advantage of working in a dynamic team environment while contributing to impactful projects across the South East.
Contact Details:
Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD Recruitment Team
