Vehicle Technician

McLaren Automotive Ltd; Old Woking; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer is seeking a dynamic Head of OEM Engineering to lead their UK engineering-based organization. This pivotal role involves overseeing technical projects and driving engineering initiatives across various markets. The successful candidate will need a strong technical understanding, exceptional leadership skills, and a proven track record in managing project-based requirements within a fast-paced environment. This position is crucial for supporting product engineering operations for the Commercial brand category.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in leading product development teams.
• Ability to merge aspects of software, firmware and hardware into a complete functional product/system.
• Strong communication at all levels, including board level.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the engineering requirements in alignment with company goals.
• Oversee the design, development, and deployment of scalable systems.
• Lead, mentor, and grow a multi-disciplinary engineering team.

Skills

Leadership

Technical Understanding

Project Management

Communication

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's in Engineering or Business Administration

Tools

SolidWorks

Microsoft Platforms

Job description

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Head of OEM Engineering to lead and scale our clients UK engineering-based organisation. As a key member of the leadership team, you will be responsible for overseeing technical projects, setting strategic direction, and driving engineering initiatives. This role requires a strong technical understanding of the Commercial, Agricultural and Off Highway markets, exceptional leadership skills, and a proven track record of building and managing project-based requirements, in a fast-paced environment. This role will be responsible for supporting and coordinating the daily product engineering operations for the Commercial brand category.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the engineering requirements in alignment with company goals.
• Partner with the team members to align engineering initiatives with business objectives.
• Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee the design, development, and deployment of scalable, reliable secure software/hardware infotainment systems.
• Ensure adherence to high technical standards, architecture best practices, and customers defined standards.
• Drive technical decision-making and contribute to architectural discussions and reviews.
• Lead, mentor, and grow a multi-disciplinary engineering team.
• Establish clear performance expectations and development plans for engineering managers.
• Implement engineering best practices including testing and documentation standards.
• Responsible for engineering budgets, resource planning, vendor selection, and technology investments.
• Monitor key metrics (production, quality, team health) and ensure operational integrity.
• Collaborate with Sales, Design, QA, and other teams to deliver on time and on budget.
• Translate product requirements into robust engineering solutions.
• Act as a technical liaison between engineering and business stakeholders.

Qualifications & Experience

• 5+ years’ experience in leading product development teams.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or similar required; Master’s degree in Engineering or Business Administration preferred.
• Proficient with all Microsoft platforms.
• Proficient in CAD Design such as SolidWorks.
• Ability to take a project from concept through design and implementation.
• Ability to merge aspects of software, firmware and hardware into a complete functional product/system.
• Strong communication at all levels, including board level.
• Understanding of various programming languages.

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