Technical Manager Engineer

Sida Group; Milano; In loco; EUR 70.000 - 100.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

An accredited conformity assessment organization is seeking a skilled Technical Manager Engineer in the Milan area. In this key role, you will ensure compliance with ISO standards and manage inspection and certification activities within a regulated environment. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in technical roles and at least 5 years in management within an accredited body. Competitive compensation and stable employment terms are offered along with the opportunity to lead a team of technical professionals.

Servizi

Stable employment terms

Compensation aligned with responsibilities

Competenze

• 10+ years of experience in technical roles within regulated industries.
• 5+ years in a management role within an accredited body.
• Strong knowledge of ISO/IEC 17020 and/or ISO/IEC 17021-1.

Mansioni

• Ensure compliance with ISO/IEC standards and transport regulations.
• Manage technical queries with clients and authorities.
• Lead and mentor inspectors and manage training.

Conoscenze

10+ years in technical roles

Management experience in conformity assessment

Fluent English

Strong knowledge of ISO/IEC standards

Formazione

Master’s degree in Engineering

Descrizione del lavoro

Technical Manager Engineer

Inspection & EU Vehicle Type Approval Location: Milan area (Italy)

Sida Advisory is recruiting a Technical Manager Engineer for an Italian accredited conformity assessment organization operating in inspection, certification and EU vehicle type approval, part of an international industrial group.

The Role

As Technical Manager Engineer, you will act as the central technical authority, ensuring compliant and consistent delivery of inspection and certification activities, with a strong focus on standards, regulatory interpretation, technical decisions and team competence.

Requirements (Must-have)

• Master’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Automotive, Aerospace or related).
• 10+ years in technical roles within transport/automotive/aerospace or similarly regulated industries.
• 5+ years in a management role within an accredited conformity assessment body (inspection/certification/testing).
• Strong working knowledge of ISO/IEC 17020 and/or ISO/IEC 17021-1 and EU type-approval processes.
• Fluent English (written and spoken) + local language proficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with ISO/IEC 17020, ISO/IEC 17021-1 and relevant transport / type-approval regulations.
• Maintain and improve technical procedures, methodologies and instructions.
• Interpret EU and national transport legislation and translate it into operational practices.
• Manage technical queries with clients, auditors and competent authorities (e.g., Ministry of Transport).
• Partner with the Quality Manager on audits, nonconformities, root-cause analysis and CAPA.
• Lead and mentor inspectors/auditors/technical staff; manage training, competence and authorizations.
• Review and approve technical reports and certification decisions.
• Oversee technical equipment management (calibration/maintenance) and technical risk mitigation.

Requirements (Nice-to-have)

• Lead Auditor / Lead Inspector qualification.
• Experience with accreditation bodies and/or transport authorities.
• Background in a Designated Technical Service (DTS) for EU type approval.
• Project management certification (PRINCE2, PMP).

What’s Offered

• A key technical leadership role in a regulated environment.
• Stable employment terms.
• Compensation aligned with seniority and responsibilities.