Head of Engineering

X4 Technology; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in the Greater London area is seeking a Head of Engineering to oversee the full product development process from concept to production. The successful candidate will lead a multi-skilled team of engineers in an R&D environment, focusing on complex sensor technology and electronics hardware. This position requires over 5 years of engineering management experience, a strong technical background in electronics or physics, and excellent communication skills. A competitive salary of £80k to £100k plus bonuses is offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in engineering management with a proven record leading multi-disciplined teams.
• Strong technical background in electronics or physics.
• Experience in engineering project management.

Responsibilities

• Drive product development and roadmap delivery.
• Lead on technical design and decision-making.
• Provide sales and customer support expertise.
• Build, coach, and inspire engineering teams.
• Champion innovation and process improvements.
• Ensure compliance and performance excellence.

Skills

Engineering management

Electronics or Physics knowledge

Engineering project management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Decision-making skills

Education

MSc or BSc in Engineering, Electronics, Physics or related subject

Job description

Head of Engineering

• Permanent
• £75k - 100k per year + Bonus

Role

Head of Engineering – Electronics focused

Location

Local to Heathrow

Salary £80,000 – £100,000

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Head of Engineering with a Leading company based locally to Heathrow who specialises in the design and development of complex sensor technology and Electronics Hardware.

The Head of Engineering will oversee the full product development from concept to production whilst managing a multiskilled team of 10 engineers, including Hardware, Software, and Mechanical, in an R&D Environment.

Key responsibilities

• Drive product development and roadmap delivery
• Lead on technical design and decision‑making
• Provide sales and customer support expertise
• Build, coach, and inspire engineering teams
• Champion innovation and process improvements
• Ensure compliance and performance excellence

Key skills required

• 5+ Years of experience in Engineering management with a proven record leading multi‑disciplined teams
• Strong technical background in either Electronics or Physics
• Engineering project management
• Strong communication, interpersonal and decision‑making skills
• MSc or BSc in Engineering, Electronics, Physics or related subject

If you think this Head of Engineering role could be a great next step for your career, Apply now for more details.