Head of Engineering

Sapien Engineering; Clapham; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly Competitive Salary

25 days holiday

Opportunity to work on progressive product line

Flexibility based on project/workload

Job summary

Sapien Engineering in Clapham, UK is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead a small team in the Automotive sector. You will manage vehicle systems from concept to production, ensuring quality control and timely delivery.

This role requires a background in Automotive or Motorsport, coupled with at least 20 years of experience. The position offers competitive salary and benefits, along with the opportunity to work on groundbreaking products in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 20 years in Automotive, Motorsport, or F1 industries.
• Mechanical training and knowledge of vehicle systems essential.
• Proven experience managing projects to delivery.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate a small multidisciplined engineering team.
• Own and manage vehicle systems from concept to production.
• Oversee part sourcing and quality control.

Skills

20 years of experience in Automotive, Motorsport, or F1

Knowledge of Catia V6

Knowledge of CAE software suites

Passionate about project delivery and ownership

Experience with total vehicle systems

Job description

Automotive client working on landmark product, offering a hands‑on environment and a chance to be part of product with global reach. An established start‑up with a close‑knit team of highly skilled Automotive, Motorsport and F1 professionals.

Job Responsibilities

• Managing and coordinating a small multidisciplined engineering team
• Owning and managing complete vehicle systems from concept to production
• Managing day to day resource within the team
• Planning/Managing timing and budget costs for the engineering development
• Overseeing the sourcing of parts, systems, and quality control

Skill Required

• Ideally 20 years of experience in Automotive, Motorsport, or F1
• Mechanically Trained, knowledge of Catia V6, CAE software suites
• Passionate about project delivery and ownership
• Managed and Delivered projects within accordance with the established scope
• Experienced with the total vehicle system

Compensation & Other Benefits

• Highly Competitive Salary + Basic Benefits Package (including 25 days holiday)
• Opportunity to work with a hugely progressive product line
• On Site 5 days per week, with some flexibility (project/workload dependent)