Chief Engineer, Electronics & Systems Leadership

Coda Octopus Martech Limited; Weymouth; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus

Benefits package

Leadership role in engineeringstrategy

Job summary

Coda Octopus Martech Ltd. is seeking an exceptional Engineering Leader/Director to head the design, development and manufacture of advanced electronic and electro-mechanical systems for high-profile defence, aerospace and medical clients.

The role combines technical leadership with commercial acumen, focusing on strategy, innovation and delivering projects from concept through to manufacture and customer acceptance.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in a senior engineering leadership role (e.g., Engineering Director, Head of Engineering, Chief Engineer, Engineering Manager).
• Strong background in design and manufacture of electronic/electro-mechanical systems and test solutions.
• Experience in defence, aerospace, medical or similarly regulated tech sectors.
• Excellent leadership, coaching and team development capabilities.
• Security clearance or eligibility to obtain UK security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for multidisciplinary engineering teams, including electronics, software, systems, mechanical and test engineering.
• Lead the design, development and manufacture of complex electronic products, systems and test solutions.
• Engage directly with customers to understand technical requirements, operational challenges and business objectives.
• Translate customer needs into innovative, practical and commercially viable technical solutions.
• Develop compelling technical proposals, statements of work, cost estimates and project plans.
• Support business development activities, including customer presentations, bid reviews and technical workshops.
• Ensure engineering projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.
• Drive continuous improvement, innovation and adoption of best engineering practices across the organisation.
• Oversee engineering governance, risk management, compliance and quality assurance activities.
• Collaborate closely with manufacturing and operations teams to ensure efficient product industrialisation and production.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, partners and industry stakeholders.
• Mentor, develop and inspire engineering leaders and technical specialists.

Skills

Leadership

Electronics engineering

Systems engineering

Customer engagement

Communication

Problem solving

Project management

Strategic thinking

Education

Electronics Engineering degree

Job description

Coda Octopus Martech Ltd. is seeking an exceptional Engineering Leader/Director to head the design, development and manufacture of advanced electronic and electro-mechanical systems for high-profile defence, aerospace and medical clients.

The role combines technical leadership with commercial acumen, focusing on strategy, innovation and delivering projects from concept through to manufacture and customer acceptance.