Engineering Manager

PT Engineering & Manufacturing; Acton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Acton is seeking an Associate Director to shape engineering strategy and lead a multi-shift team in the food manufacturing sector. The role requires strong leadership and proven engineering management experience. Responsibilities include developing engineering strategies, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. This full-time position offers autonomy and the chance to make a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in engineering management within food manufacturing or FMCG.
• Experience managing multi-shift teams and contractors.
• Confident managing budgets and delivering CAPEX projects.
• Confident managing budgets, delivering CAPEX projects and influencing at senior level.
• Electrical or mechanical engineering qualifications and relevant H&S training.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a multi-shift engineering team.
• Develop and deliver the site’s engineering strategy.
• Drive operational excellence with robust maintenance strategies.
• Champion a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
• Work with production, quality, and other site teams to ensure engineering supports manufacturing operations.
• Manage budgets, negotiate with suppliers, and ensure cost-effective, high-quality engineering solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Engineering Management

Maintenance Systems

Lean Principles

Continuous Improvement

Budget management

Contractors management

Safety culture

Education

Electrical or Mechanical Engineering Qualifications (NVQ Level 3 or above)

H&S Training (IOSH Managing Safely, PUWER)

Job description

Associate Director - PT Engineering & Manufacturing

Overview

If you’re the kind of Engineering Manager who thrives on solving complex problems, inspiring teams, and leaving a lasting mark on a business, this role puts you in the driving seat.

You’ll have the influence, autonomy, and resources to shape engineering strategy, drive real performance improvements, and lead a culture of excellence, all in a fast-paced, forward-thinking environment.

Compensation

This range is provided by PT Engineering & Manufacturing. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a multi-shift engineering team to deliver exceptional maintenance, reliability, and efficiency across all site equipment.
• Develop and deliver the site’s engineering strategy, including CAPEX projects, asset renewal, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Drive operational excellence with robust planned, preventative, and reactive maintenance strategies to minimise downtime.
• Champion a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
• Work collaboratively with production, quality, and other site teams to ensure engineering fully supports smooth manufacturing operations.
• Manage budgets, negotiate with suppliers, and ensure cost-effective, high-quality engineering solutions.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in engineering management within food manufacturing or FMCG.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing multi-shift teams and contractors.
• Excellent knowledge of maintenance systems, Lean principles, and continuous improvement tools.
• Confident managing budgets, delivering CAPEX projects, and influencing at senior level.
• Electrical or mechanical engineering qualifications (NVQ Level 3 or above) and relevant H&S training (IOSH Managing Safely, PUWER, etc.).

Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Industry: Food and Beverage Manufacturing