Sales Order Engineering Manager (Northamptonshire)

Our client, a market-leading engineering business is seeking an experienced Sales Order Engineering Manager to join their team. The business is built on strong customer service, technical expertise, and quality-focused manufacturing operations, supported by modern design systems and ISO-certified processes.

Purpose:

Lead the local Sales Order Engineering team to support the timely and accurate delivery of engineered-to-order products. Oversee all aspects of technical delivery, from pre-sales application support through production release, ensuring alignment with cost, quality, and performance targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate application, electrical, and mechanical engineering teams supporting sales and production functions.
• Ensure timely generation of accurate build data, drawings, schematics, and BOMs to meet production schedules.
• Manage engineering document control and change processes, including product improvements and compliance updates.
• Drive continuous improvement in systems, processes, and product performance.
• Oversee customer-specific engineering projects, support field quality investigations, and assist with technical audits and FATs.
• Ensure all products meet required safety and compliance standards (e.g., CE, UL, CSA).

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in engineering (BSc / BEng or equivalent).
• 5–10+ years' experience in leading technical teams or engineering functions.
• Professional Engineering status preferred.

Technical & Personal Profile

• Skilled in low/medium voltage systems and design for manufacture (DFM).
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and problem-solving ability.
• Organised, detail-focused, and collaborative, with a commitment to continuous improvement.