Engineering Manager

Endoline Automation; Biggleswade; Presencial; GBP 59.000 - 72.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Life assurance

24 days' annual leave

Company pension

Descripción de la vacante

Endoline Automation in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead six engineers across mechanical, electrical and automation disciplines. You will drive the design and development of bespoke packaging machinery and automation systems while balancing hands-on work with leadership responsibilities.

The role reports to the Operations Director and focuses on turning customer requirements into practical, commercially viable engineering solutions, while developing the

Formación

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Significant mechanical design experience with industrial machinery or automation equipment.
• Proven engineering leadership or people management experience.
• Experience managing engineering work across multiple projects.
• Strong CAD skills, especially SolidWorks.

Responsabilidades

• Lead, coach and develop a team of six engineers across mechanical, electrical and automation disciplines.
• Drive the design and development of bespoke packaging machinery and automation systems.
• Review and approve engineering drawings, calculations and design specifications.
• Stay hands-on with technical problem-solving across design, build, commissioning and installation.
• Collaborate with Sales, Project Management and Production to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Manage engineering resources and priorities across multiple projects.
• Support customers and internal teams with technical advice and engineering solutions.
• Ensure designs meet machinery safety and CE/UKCA requirements.
• Maintain high standards of documentation, drawing control and design quality.
• Champion collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement across engineering.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Mechanical Design

Automation

Project Management

Communication

Educación

Mechanical Engineering degree

Herramientas

SolidWorks

3D CAD

Descripción del empleo

Engineering Manager

Location: Biggleswade, Bedfordshire

Salary: £65,000 DOE + potential 10% management bonus

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Lead the Team. Shape the Design. Drive Engineering Excellence.

Ready to lead a talented engineering team and make a real impact on the next generation of packaging machinery

Endoline Automation is looking for an experienced Engineering Manager to lead six engineers across Mechanical, Electrical and Automation disciplines. You'll play a key role in designing and developing market-leading end-of-line packaging machinery, combining hands-on technical expertise with people leadership and product innovation.

Reporting to the Operations Director, you'll help turn customer requirements into practical, commercially viable engineering solutions while developing your team and driving continuous improvement.

What You'll Do

• Lead, coach and develop a team of six engineers across mechanical, electrical and automation disciplines.
• Drive the design and development of bespoke packaging machinery and automation systems.
• Review and approve engineering drawings, calculations and design specifications.
• Stay hands-on with technical problem-solving across design, build, commissioning and installation.
• Work closely with Sales, Project Management and Production to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Manage engineering resources and priorities across multiple projects.
• Support customers and internal teams with technical advice and engineering solutions.
• Ensure designs meet relevant machinery safety and CE/UKCA requirements.
• Maintain high standards of technical documentation, drawing control and design quality.
• Champion collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement across the engineering function.

What You'll Bring

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Significant mechanical design experience with industrial machinery or automation equipment.
• Proven engineering leadership or people management experience.
• Experience managing engineering work across multiple projects.
• Strong 3D CAD skills, including SolidWorks.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making and communication skills.
• A practical, hands-on approach and the ability to balance technical work with leadership responsibilities.
• The confidence to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-moving SME environment.

It would be great if you also have:

• Experience with packaging machinery or automated systems.
• Knowledge of electrical systems, controls and PLC integration.
• Familiarity with machine safety standards, CE/UKCA marking and risk assessments.
• Experience in an SME manufacturing business.
• Chartered Engineer status, or working towards it.

What You'll Receive

• £65,000 salary, depending on experience.
• Potential 10% management bonus.
• Life assurance at three times your annual salary.
• 24 days' annual leave.
• Company pension scheme.

A collaborative, innovative engineering environment where you can influence product development and make a tangible difference.

Why Endoline Automation

Endoline Automation designs and manufactures industry-leading end-of-line packaging machinery, specialising in case erecting, loading and sealing solutions for customers across multiple sectors.

This is an opportunity to combine technical expertise with team leadership, influence the development of bespoke machinery and help drive the next stage of engineering performance in a growing manufacturing business.

Ready to lead, innovate and make your mark.