Engineering Manager

PWHytek Ltd.; England; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an Engineering Manager for a hybrid role based in Warrington/Preston. The successful candidate will lead engineering teams, manage project deliverables, and ensure compliance with nuclear safety standards. Candidates should have proven experience in regulated industries, particularly in nuclear or complex environments. This position offers competitive salary packages and the chance to work on high-profile projects in the nuclear sector.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing engineering teams within regulated industries.
• Strong background in nuclear, defence, or similarly complex environments.
• Experience delivering large-scale engineering projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multi-disciplinary engineering teams delivering nuclear projects.
• Provide technical leadership and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Manage project scope, schedules, resources, and budgets.

Skills

Leadership skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Project management

Education

Degree in Engineering (BEng / MEng or equivalent)

Job description

Engineering Manager – Nuclear

Warrington / Preston | Hybrid (3 Days Office-Based)

We are currently recruiting for an Engineering Manager to support major Nuclear clients based in Warrington and Preston. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing team delivering high-profile projects within the nuclear sector.

We are offering full-time roles on a hybrid basis (3 days per week in the office), available on either a contract basis (Inside IR35 with extensions) or permanent employment contracts.

Our clients are offering competitive rates and attractive salary and benefits packages.

Duties:

• Lead and manage multi-disciplinary engineering teams delivering nuclear projects across the full project lifecycle.
• Oversee engineering design, verification, and technical governance activities.
• Provide technical leadership and ensure compliance with nuclear safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage project scope, schedules, resources, and budgets.
• Review and approve engineering deliverables including calculations, reports, specifications, and design documentation.
• Support concept, feasibility, and detailed design phases.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders, clients, regulators, and supply chain partners.
• Ensure adherence to relevant codes, standards, and best practice.
• Mentor and develop engineers and technical staff.
• Support construction, commissioning, and site activities where required.

Essential Experience – Engineering Manager:

• Proven experience in managing engineering teams within regulated industries.
• Strong background in nuclear, defence, or similarly complex environments.
• Experience delivering large-scale engineering projects.
• Sound knowledge of safety case processes and nuclear regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.

Desirable Experience:

• Previous experience working within the UK nuclear sector.
• Understanding of seismic, structural, mechanical, or systems engineering.
• Experience working with major engineering consultancies or Tier 1 contractors.
• Knowledge of BIM and digital engineering tools.

Qualifications:

• Degree qualified in Engineering (BEng / MEng or equivalent).
• Chartered Engineer status (CEng) or working towards chartership preferred.
• Membership of a relevant professional institution (ICE, IMechE, IET, etc.) advantageous.