Engineering Manager

JR United Kingdom; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead a dynamic technical team in Nottingham. This role offers the opportunity to shape engineering processes and drive continuous improvement within a growing manufacturing environment. Ideal candidates will possess a strong background in mechanical or electrical engineering, coupled with leadership experience in FMCG or food machinery. The position involves managing engineering projects, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and fostering a culture of technical excellence. If you are passionate about engineering and ready to take on new challenges, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Background in mechanical or electrical engineering with leadership experience.
• Experience in FMCG or food machinery is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the engineering team to ensure smooth operation of machinery.
• Develop and implement maintenance strategies and improvement initiatives.
• Oversee engineering projects ensuring timely and budget-friendly delivery.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Education

HND in Engineering

HNC in Engineering

BEng in Engineering

Job description

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SALARY - £55,000 to £65,000 per annum (plus benefits)

Premier Engineering is working with a growing engineering and manufacturing company based in Nottingham that is looking to hire an Engineering Manager to lead their technical team. Experience in FMCG or working with food machinery would be highly beneficial.

The Engineering Manager will ideally have the following attributes:

• A background in mechanical or electrical engineering with strong leadership skills
• Experience in a senior engineering or management role within a manufacturing or production environment
• Knowledge of FMCG processes or food machinery is highly desirable
• Proven ability to manage a team of engineers and technicians
• Strong understanding of preventative maintenance, equipment reliability, and lean manufacturing
• Excellent organisational and project management skills
• Confident in communicating with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
• Relevant qualifications such as HND, HNC, BEng or equivalent in an engineering discipline

The Engineering Manager role will involve:

• Leading and managing the engineering team to ensure smooth operation of all machinery and systems
• Developing and implementing maintenance strategies and continuous improvement initiatives
• Overseeing engineering projects and ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget
• Ensuring compliance with health & safety and industry regulations
• Supporting the development of junior engineers and fostering a culture of technical excellence
• Working closely with other departments including production, operations, and quality
• Managing budgets, resources, and supplier relationships

If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up-to-date CV as soon as possible, along with your availability and salary expectations.