Engineering Manager

ZipRecruiter; Ely; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading scientific instruments manufacturer is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager. This hands-on role involves leading multidisciplinary teams, ensuring product innovation, project delivery, and aligning with company strategy. It's an opportunity to combine technical expertise with leadership in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in engineering or R&D leadership roles.
• Degree-qualified with hands-on engineering experience.
• Confident leading multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Engineering Department in line with company strategy.
• Manage project delivery, resources, and budgets.
• Oversee product development from concept to release.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Compliance Knowledge

Product Development

Education

Degree in relevant discipline

Job description

Job Description

We’re supporting a unique, scientific instruments manufacturer in their search for an experienced Engineering Manager.

As Engineering Manager, you will take responsibility for the delivery of product development, technical support and long-term engineering strategy. You will manage a team of electronic, mechanical and software engineers, scientists, and support staff – ensuring delivery of new product innovation, continuous improvement, and technical leadership across the business.

This is a hands-on leadership role requiring both project and people management, as well as technical input depending on your background.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead and develop the Engineering Department in line with company strategy and values
• Manage project delivery, resources, and budgets across R&D and technical functions
• Provide hands-on engineering support and guidance within your area of expertise
• Oversee product development from concept through to feasibility, prototype and release
• Contribute to product strategy, planning, and innovation pipelines
• Manage compliance, product improvements, and lifecycle support for legacy products

About you:

• Proven track record in engineering or R&D leadership roles, ideally in a small to mid-sized technical business
• Degree-qualified in a relevant discipline, with recent hands-on engineering experience
• Confident leading multidisciplinary teams and managing technical resources
• Strong understanding of product development, project planning and budgeting
• Skilled communicator with a collaborative and inclusive leadership style
• Knowledge of scientific instrument design, IP, compliance and lifecycle support desirable

This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who wants to combine technical leadership with meaningful work, in a company that genuinely values its people. Full job description available on request. Apply today for immediate consideration!