Manufacturing & Robotics Engineering Lead

Caterpillar; Peterlee; On-site; GBP 88,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm in Peterlee is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead teams in improving manufacturing processes and product quality. This role focuses on optimizing efficiency, managing engineering projects, and fostering team performance. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in manufacturing, robotics, and tooling technologies, with strong leadership and collaboration skills. A competitive salary and benefits package are offered, based on experience.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Up to 31% annual bonus

Contributory pension scheme

Monthly Car Cash Allowance

Flexible benefits including health plans

Qualifications

• Well-versed in manufacturing, robotics, and tooling planning.
• Strong collaboration skills across multiple teams.
• Ability to work effectively across hierarchical levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing engineering and tooling teams.
• Optimize product and process quality.
• Manage team performance and continuous improvement.

Skills

Manufacturing Application Systems

Manufacturing Equipment

Planning

Decision Making and Critical Thinking

Technical Excellence

Communicating for impact

Customer/Market Focus

Managing People

Collaborating Globally

Influencing through expertise

Job description

A global engineering firm in Peterlee is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead teams in improving manufacturing processes and product quality. This role focuses on optimizing efficiency, managing engineering projects, and fostering team performance. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in manufacturing, robotics, and tooling technologies, with strong leadership and collaboration skills. A competitive salary and benefits package are offered, based on experience.