At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a skilled engineering team and drive performance in electrical manufacturing.
- Company: Growing UK-based electrical manufacturing business with a strong team culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 25 days holiday, pension scheme, and private healthcare.
- Other info: Dynamic environment focused on continuous improvement and innovation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a hands-on leadership role with career development opportunities.
- Qualifications: Engineering leadership experience in electrical manufacturing and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 60000 £ per year.
Location: Cannock
Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 + Benefits
Hours: 8:00 - 17:15 (Mon-Thu), 8:00 - 12:00 (Fri)
About the Role
Bolt Technical are supporting a growing UK-based electrical manufacturing business that designs and builds industrial electrical systems and control solutions used across a wide range of manufacturing and production environments, supporting customers in both light and heavy engineering sectors. They are looking for an Engineering Manager to lead a skilled engineering team, improve processes, and drive performance across design and manufacturing operations. This is a hands-on leadership role with strong influence over engineering strategy, quality, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and develop a multidisciplinary engineering team
- Oversee design of electrical control systems and automation equipment
- Ensure compliance with relevant engineering and safety standards
- Drive continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives
- Manage engineering change control (ECN/ECO) and technical documentation
- Support production through BOM creation and labour estimating
- Deliver engineering projects on time, cost, and quality targets
- Work closely with operations, procurement, and commercial teams
What We're Looking For
- Engineering leadership experience in electrical manufacturing
- Strong understanding of control panels, electrical systems, or automation
- Experience with engineering change processes and structured workflows
- Ability to lead teams and drive performance improvements
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Desirable: CAD experience (AutoCAD Electrical / EPLAN), Lean experience, ERP/MRP exposure
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary + benefits package
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays + birthday day off
- Pension scheme and private healthcare support
- Stable, growing business with strong team culture
- Long-term career development opportunities
Engineering Manager in Birmingham employer: Bolt Technical Limited
Join a dynamic and growing electrical manufacturing business in Cannock, where you will lead a talented engineering team dedicated to innovation and excellence. With a strong emphasis on employee development, a supportive work culture, and a competitive benefits package including private healthcare and generous holiday allowances, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact while advancing your career in a thriving industry.
