Engineering Manager

Redline Group Ltd; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK manufacturer of cable harnesses is seeking an Engineering Manager in Stoke-on-Trent. This role involves leading a team, enhancing engineering processes, and ensuring effective project handover. Candidates should have considerable leadership experience in electrical engineering and strong communication skills within the manufacturing sector.

Benefits

Career progression potential

Influence company direction

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-5 years of engineering leadership experience.
• Strong background in electrical or electromechanical engineering.
• Experience in low-volume, high-value manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 4 engineers delivering technical excellence.
• Drive continuous improvement and process efficiency.
• Oversee NPI handover processes from engineering to production.

Skills

Leadership

Process improvement

Communication

Lean manufacturing

Team management

Education

Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or related Engineering field

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Lead the Future of Engineering at a Growing UK Manufacturer

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Engineering Manager to join a leading UK-based manufacturer of cable harnesses and interconnect solutions.This is a permanent, full-time role based on-site in Stoke-on-Trent.

You'll take ownership of a highly skilled engineering team and play a pivotal role in improving processes, delivering high-quality technical solutions, and supporting the continued growth of the business across the aerospace, defence, industrial and cryogenic sectors.

About the Role

This is a hands-on leadership role, ideal for a strong yet collaborative Engineering Manager with an electrical bias.You'll be responsible for driving NPI activity, improving processes, and ensuring design and handover to production is seamless and efficient.With a supportive team, a strong foundation, and backing from leadership, you'll be empowered to implement change and make a real impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a close-knit team of 4 engineers in delivering technical excellence
• Drive continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, and process efficiency
• Oversee and enhance NPI handover processes from engineering to production
• Ensure all designs are fit for purpose, cost-effective, and manufacturable
• Optimise the engineering function to support growth and long-term success
• Collaborate with commercial and production teams on product design and costings
• Act as the technical lead for customer projects and support key accounts
• Develop SOPs, BOMs and technical drawings to a high standard

What we're looking for

Essential:

• A degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or related Engineering field
• Strong engineering leadership experience(minimum 4-5 years)
• Background in electrical or electromechanical engineering
• Proven ability to lead small engineering teams and develop individuals
• Process improvement and lean manufacturing experience
• Strong communicator with an inclusive, mentoring leadership style
• Proficiency in 2D/3D CAD tools such as AutoCAD
• Experience in low-volume, high-value manufacturing environments

Desirable:

• Experience in cable harness or interconnect solutions
• Familiarity with aerospace, defence, or cryogenic industry standards
• Background in NPI project management and product handover to production

Why join?

• Work directly with senior leadership and influence company direction
• Join a business on a growth trajectory, with backing for acquisitions and expansion
• Be part of a close-knit, supportive team with low turnover and long tenures
• Open-door leadership style with a focus on coaching and development
• Career progression potential to senior site leadership or group-level roles

Location: Stoke-on-Trent (on-site)

To apply for the Engineering Manager role, please send your CV to [e-mail] or call 01582 878 830 / 07961 158 784.