Technical Manager

Sapien; Colchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing firm in Colchester seeks a Technical Manager to drive the technical direction and oversee product development. The role emphasizes leadership in design, supplier management, and technical documentation. Candidates should have a degree in engineering and experience in related industries. This full-time position also offers a performance-related bonus, making it a great opportunity for qualified professionals looking for growth.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus

Full-time, permanent position

Qualifications

• Degree (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline is essential.
• Experience in HVAC, fan systems, or industrial filtration is preferred.
• Ability to source and manage external suppliers required.

Responsibilities

• Become the internal subject matter expert on the product range.
• Research technologies and trends within the dust extraction industry.
• Produce detailed design specifications for products.
• Own pricing for products and support commercial decision-making.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Supplier management

Strong IT literacy

Experience with Inventor or SolidWorks

Education

Degree in an engineering discipline

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Technical Manager

Location: Colchester

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000

An established UK manufacturer of dust and fume extraction equipment is seeking a Technical Manager to take ownership of the technical direction of the business. This newly created role offers strong opportunities for progression and the chance to play a key role in product development, technical leadership, and internal process improvement.

Job Responsibilities

• Become the internal subject matter expert on the company's product range
• Research technologies and trends within the dust extraction industry
• Interpret and apply relevant British Standards to design and development
• Produce detailed design specifications for products and bespoke projects
• Own pricing for products and support commercial decision-making
• Identify suitable third‑party suppliers and technical solutions
• Ensure accuracy of sales, technical, and build documentation
• Support marketing activity and product launches when required

Skills Required

• Degree (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline
• Experience in a related industry (HVAC, fan systems, industrial filtration, or similar)
• Ability to source and manage external suppliers
• Strong IT literacy, including MS Excel
• Experience using Inventor or SolidWorks

Compensation & Other Benefits

• Performance-related bonus
• Full-time, permanent position

Apply within or contact Levi Goodridge at Sapien Engineering.

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