Engineering Manager

APBA TG HUMAN RESOURCE PTE. LTD.; High Street, Penarth; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

APBA TG HUMAN RESOURCE PTE. LTD. is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead its engineering function in a precision manufacturing environment serving the Oil & Gas industry.

You will drive engineering excellence across product design, technical support, project execution, and continuous improvement, while delivering high-quality, cost-effective products. The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on technical guidance, partnering with Production, Quality, Sales, and Management to meet

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of engineering leadership in oil & gas equipment manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of product design and manufacturing processes.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams across disciplines.
• Experience supporting customer technical reviews and projects.
• Familiar with Lean, CI and quality management practices.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Engineering Department, manage resources, performance, and KPIs.
• Drive design, development, and continuous improvement of products and processes.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Sales and Management on specifications and costs.
• Own engineering documentation and product data management systems.
• Review and approve drawings before release to production.
• Interface with customers for technical reviews and project discussions.
• Lead customer product evaluations and provide technical support.
• Partner with Production and Quality to resolve issues and support decisions.
• Promote operational excellence through Lean, TQM, and 5S.
• Ensure safety, quality and ethics compliance; develop the team.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Project management

Cross-functional teamwork

CAD software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Autodesk Inventor

Creo (Pro/ENGINEER)

Job description

Engineering Manager

Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead its engineering function within a precision manufacturing environment serving the Oil & Gas industry. This role is responsible for driving engineering excellence across product design, technical support, project execution, and continuous improvement while ensuring the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective products that meet customer requirements.

The successful candidate will provide both strategic leadership and hands‑on technical guidance, working closely with cross‑functional teams including Production, Quality, Sales, and Management.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Engineering Department, overseeing engineering resources, performance, and departmental KPIs.
• Drive the design, development, and continuous improvement of products and manufacturing processes to enhance quality, performance, and competitiveness.
• Collaborate with Management, Production, and Commercial teams to evaluate the technical feasibility, product specifications, manufacturing costs, and customer requirements for new and existing products.
• Own and maintain product specifications, engineering documentation, and product data management systems.
• Review and approve engineering drawings to ensure accuracy and compliance with customer specifications before release to production.
• Serve as the primary engineering interface for customers, supporting technical reviews, project discussions, and product evaluations.
• Lead customer product evaluation programmers and provide technical support throughout the project lifecycle.
• Partner with Production and Quality teams to resolve technical issues, conduct feasibility assessments, and support product disposition decisions.
• Promote operational excellence through continuous improvement initiatives, Lean Manufacturing, Total Quality Management (TQM), and 5S practices.
• Ensure compliance with company policies relating to safety, quality, and business ethics.
• Foster a high‑performance engineering team through coaching, performance management, and continuous development.

Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Materials Science, or a related engineering discipline.
• At least 5 years of engineering leadership experience within an Oil & Gas equipment manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of product design, manufacturing processes, engineering documentation, and project management.
• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams and manage engineering activities from concept through production.
• Experience supporting customer technical reviews and resolving complex engineering and manufacturing challenges.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and Quality Management methodologies.
• Proficient in CAD software such as SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, Pro/ENGINEER (Creo) or equivalent, with the ability to interpret engineering and manufacturing drawings.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across technical, commercial, and operational teams.

Key Competencies

• Strong accountability and ownership mindset.
• Customer‑focused approach with excellent relationship management skills.
• Innovative and solutions‑oriented thinker with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Results‑driven leader capable of delivering outcomes in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with sound engineering judgement.