Head Of Engineering (Modular/Frame Systems)

Rise Technical Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm based in Southampton is seeking a Head of Engineering to lead their in-house engineering team. The successful candidate will oversee technical design activities, drive innovation, and ensure compliance with industry standards. Applicants need a strong background in mechanical engineering and CAD design along with excellent client-facing skills. This role offers a salary of £65,000 plus benefits including a car allowance, holidays, and pensions.

Benefits

Car allowance

Holiday

Pension

Qualifications

• Strong background in mechanical engineering and CAD design.
• Experience in load bearing calculations.
• Excellent client-facing and communication skills.
• Ability to lead and mentor engineering staff.
• Knowledge of M&E sector and industrial distribution.

Responsibilities

• Lead the in-house engineering team and oversee all technical design activities.
• Provide expert guidance on mechanical loading calculations and CAD design.
• Engage with clients to deliver tailored solutions.
• Support sales, commercial and operational teams with technical input.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

CAD design

Client-facing skills

Technical problem solving

Project management

Leadership and mentorship

Strategic thinking

Job description

Head of Engineering

£65'000 + Car allowance + Holiday + Pension

Southampton

Are you Head of Engineering or an Engineering Leader / Technical Engineering Manager looking for the next exciting step in your career with an innovative company who have a fantastic reputation in their industry for the bespoke products & services they provide, alongside being passionate about offering exceptional levels of customer service to their loyal clients across the UK & Europe?

This well-established industry leader supplies into the construction industry and they are proud to have an impressive range of innovative, bespoke products & technical solutions for varying applications.

Due to continued growth, they are now looking for a Head of Engineering to join their passionate & successful team to deliver technical expertise & design solutions alongside client engagement strategies to drive business forward through the next stages of their development plans.

In this role you will lead the in-house engineering team and oversee all technical design activities, whilst providing expert technical guidance and tailored solutions to a range of engineering projects.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a dynamic & solutions focused Engineering leader to lead a team of passionate & dedicated engineers whilst really making your own stamp on the department as you drive team through the next stages of growth as part of a highly successful & innovative company.

The Role:

• Lead the in-house engineering team and oversee all technical design activities.
• Provide expert guidance on mechanical loading calculations and CAD design.
• Engage with clients to deliver tailored solutions for load bearing and fixing requirements.
• Support sales, commercial and operational teams with technical input.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in engineering processes.
• Manage project timelines and resource allocation.

The Person:

• Strong background in mechanical engineering and CAD design ( ideally experience in modular or frame systems )
• Experience in load bearing calculations and technical problem solving.
• Excellent client-facing and communication skills.
• Ability to lead and mentor engineering staff.
• Knowledge of M&E sector and industrial distribution.
• Strategic thinking and project management capabilities.
• High level of personal organization.

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Sarah Hibberd @Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.