Engineering & Technical Manager

ZipRecruiter; Redcar; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job description

Job Description

I am delighted to be recruiting an Engineering & Technical Manager to join our client in driving engineering excellence and innovation in the Offshore Wind sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Establish, control, and maintain production standards for welding technology, process reliability and equipment performance
• Lead process innovation and development initiatives
• Reduce the Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) through continuous improvement principles
• Drive research, development, and innovation to enhance operational efficiency
• Ensure all processes and product handling meet safety standards
• Collaborate with the production team to maintain operational controls
• Lead and develop a team of production and welding engineers
• Manage change programs, encouraging a culture of continuous improvement
• Identify opportunities for improvement in engineering tools and methodologies

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in an engineering discipline
• Strong knowledge of continuous improvement tools, including: PDCA, Six Sigma, Value Stream Mapping, 5 Whys, APQP4Wind
• Leadership experience in production engineering
• Background in welding, fabrication, and machining environments
• Passion for developing engineering talent and driving innovation
• Membership (or Fellowship) in a recognised professional institution ()
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences

What We Offer:

• Competitive base salary
• 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
• 5% employer pension contribution
• Medicash health plan
• Private medical insurance
• Life insurance

If you're ready to take on a leadership role in a dynamic environment and make a real impact, apply today!