Head of Manufacturing Innovation | Delivering Clean Automotive Manufacturing Technology ♻️⚡

JR United Kingdom; Coventry; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head of Manufacturing Innovation to spearhead engineering and research strategies that drive growth and innovation in clean automotive manufacturing technology. This pivotal role involves developing grant-funded projects, delivering high-quality engineering solutions, and engaging with external market opportunities to ensure the organization remains at the forefront of industry trends. The ideal candidate will possess a strong engineering background, exceptional leadership skills, and a deep understanding of the manufacturing sector's evolving landscape. If you are passionate about innovation and sustainability, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering required.
• Proven experience in leading multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead innovative engineering and research strategies for manufacturing.
• Develop grant funded research projects to enhance manufacturing capabilities.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Market Analysis

Project Management

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

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Head of Manufacturing Innovation | Delivering Clean Automotive Manufacturing Technology ️, coventry

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Client:

EVera Recruitment

Location:

coventry, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

24.04.2025

Expiry Date:

08.06.2025

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Job Description:

Our client, a specialist in design, process development and production engineering, is currently looking to hire a Head of Innovation. The successful candidate will be leading the innovative engineering and research strategies around manufacturing processes, delivering commercially exploitable results and innovation to support growth projects throughout the business.

The Head of Innovation will:

• Develop a pipeline of grant funded research projects to grow skills & capability in advanced manufacturing.
• Provide business intelligence, identify future market opportunities and keep us head of industry trends.
• Deliver high-quality engineering and research projects to support the business growth strategy.
• Prepare RFQs, grant bids and business cases for new opportunities.
• Support external market engagement events showcasing the organisation’s innovation.

The Head of Innovation will have:

• A suitable degree qualification in Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering.
• Understands market trends, drivers and needs in the manufacturing sector.
• Working knowledge of financial management and commercial principles.
• Proven negotiation, persuasion and influencing skills.
• Leadership experience of running multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Knowledge of electrified powertrain systems, technology roadmaps, transport strategy and sustainability initiatives for net-zero.

If you are interested in this opportunity, simply submit an application online and we will get back to you to provide more information!