Technical Manager

Orion Electrotech - Engineering & Technical; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Orion Electrotech - Engineering & Technical is seeking a Technical Manager for its Audio Visual division. You will lead product development from concept to launch, shaping strategy and lifecycle management for AV solutions used across rail, transport, retail, and commercial environments.

You will drive roadmaps, ensure regulatory compliance (CE/UKCA), and manage cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget. Strong communication and governance are essential.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in product development and lifecycle management.
• Experience with commercial displays, embedded systems or related tech products.
• Strong understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements including CE/UKCA.
• Experience leading cross-functional and external development teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead product development from concept through launch and lifecycle support.
• Develop and manage product roadmaps for the Audio Visual portfolio.
• Oversee product performance, quality and commercial objectives.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and certification requirements (CE/UKCA).
• Lead cross-functional and external project teams to deliver on time and budget.
• Maintain technical docs, compliance records and product files.
• Support customers and stakeholders on technical and compliance matters.

Skills

Product development

Lifecycle management

Regulatory compliance

Cyber security considerations

Cross-functional teamwork

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Job description

We’re working with a well-established technology and engineering business looking to add a Technical Manager to their Audio Visual division. This Technical Manager role offers the opportunity to lead the development of innovative Audio Visual solutions used across rail, transport, retail and commercial environments.

As a Technical Manager, you will play a key role in shaping product strategy, driving innovation and ensuring products remain compliant, reliable and commercially successful. You'll join a collaborative environment where cross-functional working, technical excellence and continuous improvement are highly valued.

Role and Responsibilities

As a Technical Manager, your key responsibilities will include:

• Leading product development activities from concept through to launch and lifecycle support
• Supporting and developing product roadmaps across the Audio Visual portfolio
• Managing product performance, quality and commercial objectives
• Ensuring products comply with relevant legislation, standards and certification requirements, including CE and UKCA requirements
• Leading cross-functional and external project teams to deliver projects on time and within budget
• Managing technical documentation, compliance records and product technical files
• Supporting customers, stakeholders and product support teams with technical and compliance-related matters

This Technical Manager position offers the opportunity to influence product strategy whilst working across engineering, operations, supply chain, sales and manufacturing functions.

Key Requirements

To be considered for this Technical Manager role, you will need:

• Significant experience in product development and lifecycle management
• Experience within commercial displays, embedded systems or related technology products
• Strong understanding of regulatory, compliance and cyber security considerations
• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams and external development partners
• Strong project and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent communication, analytical and problem-solving abilities
• The ability to manage multiple projects whilst maintaining high standards of quality and governance

What They Can Offer You

As the new Technical Manager, you can expect:

• A salaried position within an established technology business
• The opportunity to lead innovative display technology projects
• Cross-functional exposure across engineering, manufacturing and commercial teams
• A collaborative and supportive working environment
• Long-term career development opportunities

This Technical Manager role is ideal for someone looking to combine technical leadership, product innovation and strategic influence within a growing technology-focused business.

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