Engineering Manager

TN United Kingdom; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Engineering Manager, where you will play a pivotal role in overseeing engineering projects that contribute to national security and energy supply. You'll lead multidisciplinary teams, manage customer relationships, and ensure the delivery of innovative technical solutions. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the nuclear industry while promoting safety and environmental responsibility. With a commitment to continuous improvement and excellence, this position is ideal for those looking to advance their career in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Benefits

Matched contribution pension scheme

Employee share scheme

Shopping savings portal

Payment of professional fees

Special paid leave for Reservists

Holiday Trading scheme

'Be Kind Day' for volunteering

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading multidisciplinary teams on various engineering projects.
• Strong communication skills for effective collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Oversee projects related to decommissioning nuclear facilities and construction of power plants.
• Lead planning and management of multidisciplinary engineering projects.

Skills

Management experience

Excellent communication skills

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Job Title: Engineering Manager

Location: Warrington, Cumbria or Preston + Hybrid

Compensation: Competitive Salary + Car Allowance + Bonus

Role Type: Full time / Permanent

Role ID: SF

At Cavendish Nuclear, we’re working to create a safe and secure world. Join us as an Engineering Manager at one of our sites and play your part in this mission.

The Role

As an Engineering Manager within Cavendish Nuclear, your role involves overseeing projects related to decommissioning nuclear facilities, supporting the Continuous at Sea Deterrent, and aiding the operation and construction of nuclear power plants. Our aim is to clean up the nuclear legacy and foster a world where nuclear energy contributes to national security, energy supply, and net zero commitments.

Day-to-day, you will lead the planning and management of multidisciplinary projects, coordinating and integrating various tasks. You will guide the engineering team to deliver technical solutions within budget and scope, from concept design through full EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction).

• Manage multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely and efficient delivery of engineering work.
• Promote collaboration across engineering and other functional teams.
• Manage customer relationships, including liaison and development of new business opportunities.
• Oversee the technical output to ensure solutions meet the technical scope.
• Uphold the highest standards for health and safety, ensuring team compliance with company standards.
• Manage resources and develop team capabilities to meet future workload demands.
• Plan and execute project and technical audits to facilitate learning and improvement.
• Stay informed of industry best practices, promote engineering excellence, and lead cultural development and change.

Essential Experience

• Management experience, including leading multidisciplinary teams on various projects.
• Excellent communication skills for interfacing with diverse disciplines.

Qualifications

• An engineering degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline, with significant demonstrable experience.

The successful candidate must be able to obtain baseline security clearance.

Additional Benefits

• Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance.
• Employee share scheme.
• Shopping savings portal.
• Payment of professional fees.
• Special paid leave for Reservists in the armed forces (10 days).
• Holiday Trading scheme to buy or sell annual leave.
• 'Be Kind Day' — one paid day annually for volunteering.

Cavendish Nuclear is a leader in the UK nuclear industry, committed to safety, innovation, and environmental responsibility.