Mechanical Engineering Manager

JR United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Manager to lead a team of consultants in delivering high-quality engineering services. This role involves collaborating closely with the Business Manager to ensure consistency in project delivery and consultant support. With a focus on the UK nuclear industry, the successful candidate will have a strong technical background and experience in managing engineering teams. The company offers a supportive environment for professional development and a range of attractive benefits, making it an ideal opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in the engineering field.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Enhanced Maternity Leave

Enhanced Paternity Leave

25 Days Annual Leave

Cycle-to-Work Scheme

Training and Development

Enhanced Sick Pay

Travel Insurance

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Master's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent required.
• Strong technical background in mechanical engineering, especially in the UK nuclear industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of mechanical consultants and oversee project delivery quality.
• Liaise with clients to gather feedback and ensure expectations are met.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Team Leadership

Client Management

Project Management

Technical Documentation

Education

Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Chartership Status

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact supporting the UK Government’s strategy of Net Zero 2050?

Vulcain Engineering Group provides engineering consultancy services across multiple industry sectors on a global scale. With operations in 40 countries and employing over 6,000 staff worldwide, our business responds to our clients' needs by providing high-value engineering services. Our UK operations are well-positioned within the UK nuclear industry. By consistently delivering excellent outcomes, the Group has experienced steady growth and expansion.

Vulcain Engineering is recruiting a Mechanical Engineering Manager to oversee delivery quality, technical consistency, and consultant development within our mechanical discipline. This role involves close collaboration with the Business Manager and combines leadership, delivery oversight, and support for business development.

Responsibilities:

1. Lead a team of mechanical consultants, including appraisals, development planning, and daily management.
2. Oversee the quality of mechanical engineering delivery across active projects.
3. Support proposal production for managed services and work packages by helping define scope and approach.
4. Work closely with the Business Manager to maintain consistency in delivery, resourcing, and consultant support.
5. Liaise directly with clients to gather feedback and ensure expectations are met.
6. Deliver mechanical activities directly as required – including supplier liaison, issue resolution, and reviews.
7. Ensure timely submission of timesheets and activity reports by your team.
8. Identify training needs and align development plans with project requirements and career progression goals.

Experience, Skills & Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in mechanical engineering (or equivalent)
• Chartership status or active pursuit of Chartership through a recognized international body will be highly considered.
• Strong technical background in mechanical engineering, with experience in the UK nuclear industry.
• Experience leading engineering teams and supporting their development.
• Proven track record of managing engineering packages through design, qualification, and delivery.
• Familiarity with supplier technical documentation, interfaces, and contract oversight.
• Ability to work effectively with clients and internal teams to manage delivery expectations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and documentation management.

Additional benefits include private medical & dental insurance, enhanced maternity and paternity leave, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, cycle-to-work scheme, training and development, enhanced sick pay, travel & life insurance, and an employee assistance program.

In the absence of a master’s degree in mechanical engineering, significant qualifications in an engineering field with necessary work experience will be considered.

*Salary depending on experience*

Role holders will be required to undergo Basic Security clearance (BPSS) and must have permanent, independent right to work in the UK.