Engineering Manager

First Achieve's Engineering department is in partnership with our prestige client, a precision engineering company producing high-quality components on modern high accuracy Machine Tools for the Defence, Satellite, Aerospace and Electronics sectors. Our client has recently relocated to a modern facility in Hillington Park, marking another milestone in our ongoing investment and growth. With over 50 years of precision engineering expertise, we have built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, bespoke components on time. Our commitment to excellence is underpinned by our Integrated Management System (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001), ensuring the highest standards in quality, safety, and environmental responsibility.

As we continue to grow, we are building a team of highly skilled engineers who are passionate about delivering manufacturing excellence in an ever-evolving industry. We are looking for lifelong learning individuals who are committed to developing their skills and driving innovation in precision engineering.

The Role

The Engineering Manager oversees New Product Introduction, Process Improvement, Quality Control and Technical Oversight in the manufacture of high-precision components and products with tight tolerances. They will need to combine technical engineering knowledge with leadership skills to ensure quality, performance, and timely delivery.

Core responsibilities

• New Product Introduction: Project management: Define technical objectives, create detailed project plans, manage budgets, and oversee the entire project lifecycle to ensure products are delivered on time and within budget.
• Process improvement: Analyse existing technologies and manufacturing processes to identify and implement improvements that reduce costs, enhance efficiency, and increase productivity.
• Quality Control: Liaising with QHSE/Compliance Lead to implement and oversee robust quality control processes to ensure all manufactured parts meet stringent quality and regulatory standards, such as ISO 9001 and AS9100.
• Technical oversight: Direct product design, approve design changes, and ensure all technical standards are met. This includes interpreting engineering drawings and specifications and managing technical documentation.
• Team leadership and management: Mentor engineering and technical teams and foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Stakeholder communication: Act as a primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, including clients, suppliers, and senior management. Communicate project progress, provide technical consultation, and manage contracts.
• Budget management: Monitor and control engineering and project budgets, allocate resources efficiently, and assist with bids and cost estimates.
• Integrated Management System: Maintain documentation and standards for audits and certifications.

Skills & Attributes:

Essential

• Significant and demonstrable CNC machining experience
• Knowledge of metal treatments, plating and painting
• Strong NPI experience
• Offline programming and Modelling
• Strong written and verbal communicator who builds relationships internally and externally
• An ability to work within tight deadlines and manage time effectively.
• Team orientated, responsive and customer focused.
• Good computer skills, MS Office applications, and ERP
• Strong commercial awareness.

Advantageous

• A bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline (e.g., Mechanical Engineering). A master's degree in engineering, Management or Business Administration (MBA) would be advantageous
• Six sigma
• 5s
• Computer-integrated manufacturing (CIM)
• SPC
• FMEA and CPA - DFx (Design for Manufacturing, Assembly and Test)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person