Senior Engineering Manager

Pertemps Warrington; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable manufacturing firm in the Merseyside area is seeking a Senior Engineering Manager to lead their engineering division. The role requires expertise in Lean methodologies and project management, overseeing complex engineering projects to drive continuous improvement. Candidates should have a strong leadership background and a passion for engineering excellence. This permanent position offers a competitive salary of £80,000 - £88,000.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Senior Engineering Management role.
• Excellent Project Management experience with large-scale projects.
• Highly experienced in Continuous Improvement and Lean methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Champion Lean Six Sigma and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Lead a large, multi-disciplinary engineering team.
• Manage high value engineering projects effectively.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Continuous Improvement

Leadership

Project Management

Education

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification

Job description

Overview

Job Role: Senior Engineering Manager
Location: Merseyside
Salary: 80,000 - 88,000 DOE
Hours: Mon - Friday (days shifts)
Contract: Permanent

We are seeking an experienced, results-driven Senior Engineering Manager for our well-established Manufacturing client based in Merseyside.

You will be responsible for leading a large, multi-disciplinary engineering division, driving continuous improvements and delivering complex high-value projects. You will have a strong background in Manufacturing Operations implementing TPM and SMED methodologies ensuring the highest standard of H&S processes are maintained.

Responsibilities

As the Senior Engineering Manager your key responsibilities are:

• Champion Lean Six Sigma and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Cultivate a culture of continuous improvement, embedding operational excellence principles across processes, systems, and team dynamics.
• Provide strategic leadership to a large, multi-disciplinary engineering team, across various sites, building team capability through effective coaching and performance management.
• Manage high value engineering projects, including new production lines/manufacturing equipment and facility expansions/refurbishments.
• Drive improvements in OEE by applying Lean methodologies and TPM principles across manufacturing operations.
• Implement AM and PM schedules to improve equipment reliability.
• Lead production line optimisation by implementing standardised setup procedures and applying SMED techniques to reduce changeover times and increase productivity.
• Establish and execute a structured reactive maintenance strategy.
• Define and execute engineering strategies to support long term business growth.
• Always ensure full compliance with HSE and ATEX requirements.

Qualifications

As the Senior Engineering Manager, you will have :

• Must have previous experience in a Senior Engineering Management role.
• Must have Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification.
• Excellent Project Management experience - i.e. managing large-scale, complex projects, consistently delivering on time and within budget.
• Strong leadership capability with a demonstrated ability to build, develop, and inspire high-performing teams while driving cultural and organizational change.
• Highly experienced in Continuous Improvement and Lean methodologies.
• Excellent communicator, strategic thinker, and hands-on leader with a proactive attitude.

If you are passionate about Engineering excellence and reliability and are looking for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you.