Electrical & Software Engineering Manager

Orion Electrotech Automation; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in High Wycombe is seeking an experienced Electrical and Software Engineering Manager to oversee and lead its engineering teams. The role involves managing high-specification projects across various industries including aerospace and energy. Candidates should have a strong background in electrical engineering and proven team management experience. This position offers a competitive salary and additional benefits, including performance-based bonuses.

Benefits

Annual performance-based bonus

Project-based bonuses

6% employer pension contribution

Qualifications

• Experience managing or leading engineering teams.
• Strong background in electrical engineering and software development.
• Proficiency in PLC and HMI programming.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of electrical and software teams.
• Lead engineering projects from concept to commissioning.
• Collaborate with Mechanical Engineering and Project Management teams.
• Drive process improvements and ensure compliance.

Skills

Team management

Electrical engineering

Control systems

Software development

PLC programming

HMI programming

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or Software Engineering

Job description

Overview

Electrical and Software Engineering Manager Are you an experienced engineering leader or a senior engineer ready to take the next step in your career? Orion is working exclusively with Archer Technicoat LTD. A well-established and growing engineering company based in High Wycombe, seeking an Electrical and Software Engineering Manager to lead its Electrical and Software teams within the Equipment Division. This is a senior-level role offering significant responsibility, technical variety, and the chance to influence cutting-edge technology projects across aerospace, energy, and nuclear industries. About the Company With over 40 years of expertise in chemical vapour deposition (CVD) technology, ATL operates across Research and Development, developing and scaling up new coating processes for commercial and government partners. ATL are going through a period of significant growth and is planning to double the company size over the next 5 years.

The Role

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the electrical and software teams.
• Lead high-specification engineering projects from concept to commissioning.
• Collaborate closely with Mechanical Engineering, Production, and Project Management teams.
• Drive process improvements, ensure compliance, and manage risk.
• Lead and develop high-performing engineering teams.
• Ensure successful, timely, and budget-conscious project delivery.
• Align cross-functional objectives and manage engineering resources.
• Champion quality, efficiency, and best practices across disciplines.

What You'll Bring

• Proven experience managing or leading engineering teams.
• Strong background in electrical engineering, control systems, and software development.
• Experience and proficiency in PLC and HMI programming.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Benefits

• Annual performance-based bonus.
• Project-based bonuses.
• 6% employer pension contribution.

If you are interested in the role of Electrical and Software Engineering Manager, please click apply or get in touch with Steven from Orion.