Job Title: Engineering Manager  

Shift: Day shift 

Location: Gloucester

Salary: Competitive Salary + Excellent benefits package

This Engineering Manager role offers an exciting opportunity to lead and develop within a globally successful manufacturing business specialising in the manufacturing of bespoke machinery. In addition to a competitive salary, you'll benefit from flexible working options, private medical insurance, and a supportive environment that offers support and development opportunities.

This is a great role with a fast-growing, established manufacturing business based near Gloucester.

Key Responsibilities -Engineering Manager      

Lead and manage day-to-day design office activities, including resource allocation, team meetings, design reviews, and project handovers
Ensure project designs are delivered accurately, on time, and within agreed budgets
Work with Design Section Managers to design, develop, and manage machine projects from concept through to commissioning
Drive continuous improvement of design processes, systems, procedures, and standards across engineering teams
Ensure consistent and effective use of engineering systems
Work closely with the Electrical & Controls Manager to ensure mechanical and electrical designs are aligned, complete, and compatible
Ensure seamless integration of mechanical, electrical, and PLC elements across all machine designs
Support Aftermarket teams with timely release of machine and spares assemblies and identification of long-term spares
Promote strong collaboration between Design and Production teams to resolve build issues and improve manufacturability
Develop and track departmental KPIs covering milestones, release dates, late changes, and design quality
Identify engineering problems and implement effective engineering solutions
Enhance machine functionality and safety through risk assessments aligned to UK safety standards and customer requirements
Provide technical support to customers and attend site when required
Support Design Managers with recruitment, development, and career progression of engineers
Drive development of robust, commercially viable machines designed for 24/7, three-shift operation
Ensure designs meet energy efficiency, reliability, and UK Health & Safety requirements
Work closely with other departments including Tooling, Electrical, and Test to inspect completed machines
Collaborate with Technical Publications to ensure manuals, spares lists, and documentation are complete and up to date
Qualifications & Requirements - Engineering Manager     

Minimum of 10 years' practical design engineering experience (ideally within bespoke machinery build environments or automation machinery building.
Fully conversant with mechanical and electrical engineering techniques and equipment
Strong leadership, mentoring, and people management skills
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities under pressure
Strong organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to react positively and calmly to changing demands
Effective problem-solving skills with a structured, analytical approach
Experience performing design calculations for mechanical components, drives, and structures
Strong ability to communicate ideas and lead teams through full machine development cycles
Proficient in SolidWorks
Flexible, proactive, and commercially aware approach
What we can offer - Engineering Manager     

Competitive salary
Company pension plan
Group life assurance and income protection
Private medical insurance
Employee incentive plan
Flexible working options, including a 9-day fortnight (work 9 days over 2 weeks, with every other Friday off)
EV car & bike to work schemes
Rewards - Celebrating Our People
Christmas party, family fun days & annual social events
For more information on this role, please contact Paul Furlong on (phone number removed) or send a copy of your CV to (url removed)

Candidates who are currently a Design manager, Engineering Lead, Engineering Manager or Principal Engineer may be suitable for this role.

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