Head of Engineering

CPM Holdings, Inc; Manchester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global supplier, CPM Holdings, Inc. seeks a Head of Engineering in Manchester. This pivotal role involves overseeing a dynamic engineering team while blending strategic vision with technical involvement. The successful candidate will embody leadership and inspire innovation across projects, ensuring quality and efficiency in delivery.

Benefits

401k

Medical/Dental Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Paid Holidays and Vacations

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in guiding engineering teams for high-value projects.
• Expertise in engineering design and project management.
• Exceptional planning and resource management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a diverse team of engineers.
• Oversee engineering operations for quality excellence.
• Manage recruitment and development of team members.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Engineering Design

Resource Management

Stakeholder Communication

Problem Solving

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

CPM Holdings, Inc. is a diversified leading global supplier of process equipment and engineered technologies that sustainably feed, fuel, and build a better world. With its growing family of 17 market-leading product brands, CPM serves a variety of industries including animal feed, consumer food, green energy, advanced materials, and sustainable packaging. Founded in 1883, CPM has 1,700 employees across 36 facilities on 4 continents with presence in 150+ countries. From the foods you eat to the fuels you require, CPM plays an important role in making the world more efficient and more sustainable. For more information, visit OneCPM.com.

JOB SUMMARY: This is a Head of Engineering position within the Engineering Department for CPM Packaging Limited. Reporting to the Group Managing Director. In this pivotal leadership role, you’ll oversee a dynamic team across Design, Projects, and Electrical, blending strategic vision with hands-on technical involvement. Your solid background in engineering design and project management will be pivotal as you lead the team to achieve impactful goals, deliver innovative solutions, and maintain the highest standards of quality.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead, inspire, and mentor a diverse team of engineers, fostering growth and development at all experience levels.
• Manage recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing development of new team members to build a high-performing team.
• Oversee engineering operations, ensuring exceptional quality and excellence across design, project management, and electrical functions.
• Effectively allocate workloads to meet deadlines while maintaining the highest standards of quality.
• Track and manage departmental KPIs to drive performance and ensure continuous improvement.
• Implement engineering best practices to enhance productivity and maximise efficiency.
• Foster strong collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, including customers, sales teams, and third-party manufacturers.
• Tackle complex engineering challenges with precision, creativity, and technical expertise.
• Provide hands-on support and guidance to your team during peak periods, ensuring smooth operations.

About You:

• Proven leadership in guiding engineering teams to successfully deliver high-value capital equipment projects.
• Deep expertise in engineering design and project management
• Exceptional planning and resource management skills, ensuring deadlines are met without compromising quality.
• Skilled in aligning strategic objectives with daily operations, maintaining efficiency while ensuring project success.
• Dedicated to fostering a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and process optimization to enhance productivity and reduce costs.
• Proven ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and project alignment.
• Adept at solving complex engineering challenges, applying creative and practical solution

CPM Acquisition Corp. is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. CPM Acquisition Corp. offers competitive compensation and benefits, including paid holidays and vacations, 401k, medical/dental insurance, tuition assistance, and more.