Technical Engineering Manager

ZipRecruiter; Worthing; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider is seeking a Technical Manager to drive innovation and manage engineering projects. This remote full-time role requires over 8 years of engineering experience, including tank design or expertise in the asphalt/construction fields. Join a dynamic team to influence global projects while maintaining high engineering standards and ensuring customer satisfaction.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for growth and professional development

Work on exciting global projects

Qualifications

• 8+ years in engineering.
• Previous tank/vessel design experience or 2 years in asphalt, bitumen, or construction.
• Strong technical knowledge of liquid flow systems.

Responsibilities

• Drive new engineering ideas and efficient solutions.
• Represent technical expertise in design meetings.
• Ensure communication and alignment between teams.
• Manage manufacturing suppliers and enforce quality control.

Skills

Problem-solving mindset

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Commercial awareness

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent qualification

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Job Description

Be a Catalyst for Innovation in a Growing Global Brand

Join a company at the forefront of engineering innovation, where your ideas won’t just be heard, they’ll shape the future of infrastructure worldwide. As we expand into new markets and technologies, you’ll have the opportunity to lead transformative projects that redefine industry practices.

About Us

We are a UK based leading provider of specialist equipment for the asphalt, bitumen, and construction industries, delivering innovative engineering solutions to clients worldwide. With customers in over 50 countries, we work on exciting, high-impact projects with some of the world’s largest oil and construction companies. Our solutions play a critical role in global infrastructure, and we pride ourselves on engineering excellence, innovation, and reliability. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a Technical Manager on a full time basis to play a key role in driving our engineering and product development forward.

The Role

As a Technical Manager, you will form the technical backbone of our company, ensuring that engineering solutions meet customer needs while driving innovation and efficiency. You will work closely with Sales and Engineering, manage supplier relationships, and oversee product design and development. This is a hands-on role that requires a mix of technical expertise, leadership, and challenging problem-solving

Key Responsibilities

• Innovation & Problem-Solving: Drive new engineering ideas and ensure efficient, intelligent solutions that align with our customers requirements.
• Customer Support: Represent our technical expertise in design meetings, exploring customers requirements and tailoring our offering.
• Project Coordination & Delivery: Ensure clear communication and alignment between Sales and Engineering teams.
• Supplier Management: Source and manage manufacturing suppliers, acting as the technical point of contact and enforcing quality control.
• Documentation & Compliance: Improve standard documentation (drawings, manuals, installation guides) and ensure compliance with relevant industry standards.
• Design & Development: Oversee SolidWorks-based design work and ensure all engineering outputs meet the highest quality.
• Maintenance Strategy: Develop a tank maintenance programme and establish strategic partnerships worldwide to support maintenance work.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re seeking an experienced, detail-oriented engineering professional who thrives on challenges and driving technical excellence.

Experience & Qualifications

• 8+ years in engineering
• Previous tank/vessel design experience OR at least 2 years in the asphalt, bitumen, or construction industries.
• Engineering degree or equivalent qualification.
• Strong background of innovation and design
• Strong technical knowledge of liquid flow systems (pipework, valves, heating, etc.).
• Ability to read technical drawings and SolidWorks files.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong problem-solving mindset, with the ability to create intelligent, practical solutions.
• Highly organised and detail oriented.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) for liaising with customers, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Ability to manage workloads, prioritise tasks, and guide engineering staff.
• Comfortable working under pressure and handling multiple projects.
• Self-motivated and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Commercial awareness in engineering projects.

Location & Travel

• Remote - working for a UK based company
• Full time role
• Willingness to travel as required.

Why Join Us?

• Work on exciting global projects with industry-leading clients.
• Be part of a company with a strong international presence, delivering engineering solutions to customers in over 50 countries.
• Join a dynamic team where your contributions have a real impact.
• Wide variation in problem solving providing new and exciting challenges
• Competitive salary with opportunities for growth and professional development.
• Shape the future of our products and drive innovation in a fast-moving industry.

If you’re an experienced Technical Manager looking for a role where you can drive innovation and take ownership of engineering projects, we want to hear from you!

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