Your roleAn exciting opportunity to join the Thermal Management Solutions (TMS) segment of Edwards business during a huge transition and period of growth. Focused on penetrating our existing Edwards customers with differentiated technology and helping shape and manage an already well-defined future roadmap of innovative products.Edwards has strong clear leadership position in pumps & abatement but is now looking at opportunity to gain share in TMS products. This role is a critical role within the team to drive and establish the TMS sustaining team that ensures released products continue to meet customer expectations, business objectives, and maintain the products through the rest of their product lifecycle. Reliability, compliance adherence, cost effectiveness, and quality are core to those expectations.Key Responsibilities:Lead, coach, and develop a multidisciplinary sustaining engineering teamManage team workload, priorities, capacity, and resourcing across multiple product linesOwn post‑launch sustaining activities, including issue resolution, design updates, and lifecycle managementDrive root cause analysis, corrective actions, and change managementEnsure products remain reliable, compliant, and cost‑effective throughout their lifecycleCollaborate closely with Engineering, Quality, Regulatory, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Customer SupportChampion customer experience and continuous product improvement using field data and feedbackFeed product and app feature insights into software and NPI teamsEnsure compliance with safety, regulatory, quality, and internal standardsImprove sustaining processes, tools, KPIs, and drive continuous improvement initiativesTo succeed, you will needWe encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the role.Do you have: Degree in Science/Engineering or equivalent, with 5+ years’ relevant experience.Proven leadership of engineering/technical teams.Experience across product lifecycle; post‑launch support a plus.Strong cross‑functional product support and process‑improvement skills.Advantageous: thermal systems, chemical handling, semiconductor industry.Familiar with certifications (CE/UL), cost management, and design/lifecycle changes.Strong organisation, communication, scheduling, and estimating skills.Fluent English; proficient in Microsoft Office.Strong team player; able to plan team size/skills effectively.Based in Clevedon, UK; minimal travel (approx. one trip/year).In return, we offerCulture of trust and accountabilityLifelong learning and career growthInnovation powered by peopleComprehensive compensation and benefitsHealth and well-beingJob locationThis role requires you to work on-site at our Product Company in Clevedon, UK. You will be part of a dynamic team and enjoy the benefits of face-to-face collaboration. Uniting curious mindsBehind every innovative solution, there are people working together to transform the future. With careers sparked by initiative and lifelong learning, we unite curious minds, and you could be one of them.
TMS Sustaining Team Manager employer: Edwards Vacuum
Edwards is an exceptional employer that fosters a culture of trust and accountability, making it an ideal workplace for a Warehouse Cell Leader in Bristol. With a strong emphasis on lifelong learning and career growth, employees are encouraged to develop their skills while contributing to innovative solutions in a dynamic team environment. The company's commitment to health and well-being, alongside face-to-face collaboration, ensures a rewarding and supportive atmosphere for all staff members.
