Engineering Manager

Assystem; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work from Glasgow (3 days in-3)

Remote work 1–2 days per week

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Assystem in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to oversee technical assurance, design and implementation across defence infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with modern engineering standards and safety requirements.

You will lead engineering teams, manage requirements, guide Project Engineers, coordinate with BIM/CAD, and chair design reviews while promoting best practices. 1–2 days remote per week in a hybrid Glasgow-based role.

Qualifications

• Degree qualification in a relevant engineering discipline (preferably Mechanical, Civil or Electrical).
• Chartered Engineer status or the ability to attain chartered status through ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support to develop work scopes, manage requirements, and perform assurance activities for projects.
• Manage engineering support for assigned systems.
• Offer guidance and support to Lead Project Engineers and Project Engineers.
• Assist in the recruitment and development of engineering personnel.
• Deputise for the Head of Engineering and other Engineering Managers when required.
• Promote best practices and ensure the correct behaviours are demonstrated by the engineering team.
• Lead competency assessments and career development initiatives.
• Ensure effective communication of Learning from Experience (LfE) within the team.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to support efficient programme delivery.
• Oversee the management of consultants and contractors.
• Work closely with BIM/CAD teams to integrate engineering solutions.
• Adhere to site Safety Management Arrangements, processes, and procedures.
• Chair meetings and design reviews to ensure project alignment.
• Support programme optioneering and project planning processes.
• Review and approve project documentation.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with industry standards and site-authorised conditions.
• Comply with all Health, Safety, Environment, Security, and Quality policies.
• Deliver engineering presentations and reports as required.

Skills

Chartered Engineer status

Degree qualification in engineering

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Civil or Electrical Engineering

Chartered Engineer status or progression

Job description

Today, Assystem is among the top three independent nuclear engineering firms worldwide. With over 60 years of experience in highly regulated sectors, the group supports public and industrial stakeholders in the execution of complex and strategic infrastructure projects, subject to high safety and security requirements.

Assystem mobilizes 8,000 experts in 13 countries and intervenes across the entire project lifecycle, in engineering, project management and digital solutions.

Job Description

Your Mission:

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to join our team. This role involves providing technical assurance, overseeing design and implementation activities, and ensuring compliance with modern engineering standards and regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support to develop work scopes, manage requirements, and perform assurance activities for projects.
• Manage engineering support for assigned systems.
• Offer guidance and support to Lead Project Engineers and Project Engineers.
• Assist in the recruitment and development of engineering personnel.
• Deputise for the Head of Engineering and other Engineering Managers when required.
• Promote best practices and ensure the correct behaviours are demonstrated by the engineering team.
• Lead competency assessments and career development initiatives.
• Ensure effective communication of Learning from Experience (LfE) within the team.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to support efficient programme delivery.
• Oversee the management of consultants and contractors.
• Work closely with BIM/CAD teams to integrate engineering solutions.
• Adhere to site Safety Management Arrangements, processes, and procedures.
• Chair meetings and design reviews to ensure project alignment.
• Support programme optioneering and project planning processes.
• Review and approve project documentation.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with industry standards and site-authorised conditions.
• Comply with all Health, Safety, Environment, Security, and Quality policies.
• Deliver engineering presentations and reports as required.

Qualifications

Essential Skills & Experience

• Degree qualification in a relevant engineering (preferably, Mechanical, Civil and Electrical Engineering)
• Chartered Engineer status or the ability to attain chartered status (demonstration of continued professional development).

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience in:
• Technical assurance and compliance within a regulated environment.
• Project engineering, including site implementation and stakeholder engagement.
• Production of technical documentation (e.g., reports, specifications).
• Supervision and mentoring of engineering teams.
• Familiarity with NEC4 contracts and industry regulations.

Security Clearance & Nationality Requirements

• Sole UK Nationals only - due to security requirements.
• SC Clearance is required for this role.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work on high-profile defence infrastructure projects, ensuring the successful delivery of safe, compliant, and efficient engineering solutions.

Additional Information

• Umbrella Contractor or Permanent Staff position
• 1 to 2 days of remote work per week
• Hybrid arrangement from Glasgow City Centre (3 days office, 2 days WFH)
• Attractive social benefits: an engaging and dynamic Employee Committee (CE), holiday bonuses, etc.
• Ongoing training throughout your career. Numerous career opportunities: 70% of our managers come from internal promotions!

Why join the Switchers community?

• Assystem has over 55 years of experience in nuclear engineering. We are among the top 3 largest nuclear engineering companies.
• Attractive social benefits: an engaging and dynamic Employee Committee (CE), holiday bonuses, etc.
• Ongoing training throughout your career. Numerous career opportunities: 70% of our managers come from internal promotions!
• 1 to 2 days of remote work per week.

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people's ability to dare are the only things that matter!. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.