Discover are working with an established international manufacturing business to appoint an Engineering Manager to lead its Electrical, Control & Instrumentation function for their site in Cumbria.
The team has recently recieved significant internal investment, with ambitious plans for growth over the next few years.
This is a key site-based leadership role, responsible for the performance, reliability and continuous improvement of the site's electrical and control systems. You will lead and develop the EC&I team while working closely with Production, Maintenance, Projects and wider site leadership.
The role would suit an experienced Engineering Manager, EC&I Manager that's looking to take ownership of an engineering function within a manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead, manage and develop the EC&I engineering team.
- Take responsibility for the reliability and performance of electrical, control and instrumentation assets.
- Develop preventative and predictive maintenance strategies to improve plant reliability and reduce downtime.
- Provide technical leadership across electrical, PLC, automation, instrumentation and control systems.
- Lead engineering improvement, modification and capital projects.
- Work closely with Production and Maintenance to prioritise engineering activities.
- Manage contractors and specialist suppliers where required.
- Support engineering budgets, resource planning and capital expenditure.
- Ensure engineering activities comply with relevant legislation, standards and company procedures.
- Drive a culture of safety, continuous improvement and engineering excellence.
About You
You will ideally have:
- Significant experience within a manufacturing, process, FMCG or industrial environment.
- A strong electrical, EC&I, controls or automation engineering background.
- Previous experience leading or managing engineering teams.
- Experience with PLCs, control systems, instrumentation, VSDs and industrial electrical systems.
- A track record of improving plant reliability and engineering performance.
- Experience delivering engineering projects and managing contractors.
- A relevant engineering qualification such as HNC, HND or Degree.
Most importantly, you will be a practical engineering leader who can combine technical expertise, people leadership and longer-term engineering strategy.
What's on Offer
- £70,000 – £86,000 salary
- Bonus incentive
- Company car allowance
- Health assurance
- Competitive pension plan
- 28 days' holiday + bank holidays
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Engineering Manager - EC&I employer: Discover Recruitment
Join a dynamic team at our busy industrial site in the UK, where we prioritise safety and reliability in all operations. As an employer, we offer a supportive work culture that fosters continuous improvement and professional growth, alongside competitive benefits tailored to enhance your career as an Industrial Electrical & Controls Technician. With opportunities for skill development and collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team, you will find meaningful and rewarding employment in a thriving environment.
