Engineering Manager

Michael Page (UK); West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Engineering Manager in West Yorkshire. In this role, you will lead an engineering team, oversee product development projects, and manage compliance with regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in electrical components, leadership experience, and excellent organisational skills. This opportunity offers a competitive salary between £50k-55k and a chance to influence engineering strategy within a respected organization.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Wider company benefits package

Opportunity to lead a key engineering function

Qualifications

• Strong technical background within electrical components and solutions or related industry.
• Proven ability in leading dynamic teams.
• Broad knowledge of production and engineering methods.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop the engineering team.
• Oversee technical review meetings, workshops, and customer training sessions.
• Lead product development projects ensuring smooth transition into manufacturing.
• Manage technical specifications for customer tenders and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Create technical literature and support product launches.
• Liaise with engineers and internal stakeholders to ensure efficient implementation of projects.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Time management

Organisational skills

Education

Engineering qualification (electrical bias preferred)

Job description

• Lead an engineering team and define strategy for an innovative manufacturer.
• Enjoy autonomy in a role blending leadership, problem-solving & collaboration.

About Our Client

Our client is a leading multi-site manufacturer with a strong reputation for quality and innovation. The West Yorkshire site, where this role is based, plays a key role in supporting product development and technical services across the UK. This role offers the chance to work within a collaborative environment and influence engineering strategy.

Job Description

The Engineering Manager will report to the UK Engineering Director and will be responsible for:

• Managing and developing the engineering team.
• Overseeing technical review meetings, workshops, and customer training sessions.
• Leading product development projects and ensuring smooth transition into manufacturing.
• Managing technical specifications for customer tenders and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Creating technical literature and supporting product launches.
• Liaising with engineers and internal stakeholders to ensure efficient implementation of projects.

The Successful Applicant

The ideal candidate will have:

• Engineering qualification (electrical bias preferred).
• Strong technical background within electrical components and solutions or related industry.
• Proven ability in leading dynamic teams.
• Broad knowledge of production and engineering methods.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and lead a team effectively.
• Flexible approach with willingness to travel to other UK sites (once or twice a month).

What's on Offer

• Salary of £50k-55k
• Wider company benefits package
• Opportunity to lead a key engineering function within a respected organisation