Engineering Director

ITSS Recruitment Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HVAC manufacturer in the UK is seeking an experienced Engineering Director to lead technical projects, mentor team members, and collaborate with customers. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HVAC, engine cooling systems, and excellent communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £95k and opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic team.

Benefits

Pension

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in HVAC and Engine Cooling Systems.
• Strong understanding of airflow and heat transfer principles.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical direction of projects.
• Engage with customers to ensure quality outcomes.
• Manage customer engagement from concept to commissioning.

Skills

Design and testing background in HVAC

Technical expertise in refrigeration systems

Knowledge of electrical systems and electronics

Strong communication skills

Experience managing an engineering team

Problem-solving skills

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Engineering Director - Up to £95k - Wellingborough, Pension+Life Insurance

We are looking for a highly motivated Engineering Director to join one of the country's leading HVAC, Engine Cooling Systems, Fans, Air Filtration Systems Manufacturers in the UK, established for over 100 years.

The purpose of this role is to lead the technical direction of projects while mentoring team members and effectively collaborating with designers and customers to provide guidance on best practice.

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers and teams to ensure quality outcomes, offering guidance and best-practice advice.
• A strong design and testing background in HVAC.
• Technical expertise in refrigeration systems, including evaporators, condensers, and compressors. Skilled in customer communication, design analysis, and hands-on system development, commissioning, and testing.
• Expertise in electrical systems and electronics-PCBs, CAN bus, and system programming‑for engineered system support.
• Experience with low‑ and high‑voltage applications in electric and hybrid vehicle systems preferred.
• Manage customer engagement from concept to commissioning, overseeing design, testing, and support while ensuring effective project reviews and team feedback.
• A strong background in commissioning systems, product testing and sound engineering practices on designs for vehicle applications.
• Strong knowledge of commercial, off‑highway, and military vehicle systems, particularly in HVAC, engine cooling, fan, and CBRN air filtration applications.

Qualifications

• The candidate is likely to have an engineering degree and must have relevant experience and background in a similar role.
• Strong understanding of airflow and heat transfer principles.
• A strong knowledge of electrical and electronic systems.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot technical issues effectively, and work on own initiative.
• Strong communication skills to articulate ideas clearly within a collaborative environment, and working closely with customers.
• Experience in managing an engineering team or department in an engineering company.

You will be self‑motivated Engineering Director holding experience in HVAC, Engine Cooling Systems, Fans, Air Filtration Systems and system commissioning and exercise sound engineering practices and product testing skills.

We are interviewing currently so apply now for immediate consideration for the Engineering Director position or contact Kyle Crossland at ITSS Recruitment for further information.