• BEng Qualified
• Engineering Manager with structural / mechanical engineering experience
• Overseeing an engineering team, and a varied project portfolio

ENGINEERING MANAGER JOB SUMMARY: Our client, a Globally recognised organisation are looking to appoint an experienced Engineering Manager for their Poole based Engineering team. The successful candidate will have a Beng with a structural or mechanical engineering background, and experience of leading a team. This is a demanding and equally rewarding role that requires an Engineering background, with specific expertise in mechanical or structural engineering.  You will demonstrate the ability to deliver complex engineering solutions, mentor individuals within a wider team, and drive innovation by contributing to new ideas and improving existing designs, to meet the evolving industry, and global customer demands.  ENGINEERING MANAGER KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• As the Engineering Manager, you will take ownership of all design projects, (Adhering to global design standards) and act as the lead technical specialist.
• Your exceptional leadership and communication skills will drive project success across all levels of the business, including cross-functional collaboration with non-technical teams.
• Manage and prioritise multiple short- and long-term design projects, ensuring timely delivery to meet customer deadlines.  
• Improve existing designs and influence new product development to align with industry trends and customer needs.  
• Oversee performance appraisals and development of engineering staff
• Conduct technical review and approval of engineering designs, including using stress analysis software or hand calculations.  
• Ensure that all built products, and any design work is completed in accordance with current applicable global design standards. (With particular reference to ASME for the USA, for Europe the EC Machinery Directive and for the UK, The Product Safety and Metrology etc. (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations and their associated requirements for ASME, CE and UKCA marking.)
• Create and review 2D engineering drawings derived from 3D design models, ensuring accuracy and compliance with standards.  
• Ensure all designs are rigorously checked using FEA software, and / or by hand calculation.
• Take responsibility for ensuring that accurate packing drawings for container loading are produced in a timely manner.
• Oversee the design, research and development of new products from initial concepts through to prototyping, testing, pre-production and final release.
• Create, review and maintain engineering documents within the Management System to maintain ISO accreditations - and to complete corrective and preventative actions arising from audits and non-conformance relating to the engineering function.
• Collaborate with the operations team to provide technical support and resources as required.  
• Represent the company as a technical expert on advisory panels, groups, committees, or councils

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE: 

• A Bachelor's degree (BEng) in Mechanical Engineering or Structural Engineering
• You will be required to be a British / UK National, as the role is security-restricted
• A proven track record of successfully managing engineering teams, demonstrating strong leadership, mentorship, and team development skills.  
• Extensive experience with stress analysis & calculations to ensure the strength and safety of designs.  
• Confident with 2D drafting and 3D design modeling, as well as reviewing and checking complex calculations and drawings with a keen eye for detail.  
• Strong decision-making skills and a reactive approach, with the ability to re-prioritise tasks associated with the changing demands of various projects  
• A confident communicator, with experience of collaborating across technical and non-technical teams seamlessly.  
• A background in structural engineering/ similar mechanical engineering environment and a familiarity with industry standards and regulations around engineering projects

BENEFITS PACKAGE:

• Annual salary circa £65k
• Free parking on site
• Company Pension
• Opportunity to work on innovative, varied projects with a global customer base
• Health and wellness benefits
• A great team culture and collaborative working environment

For more information about this position, or to apply, please contact the team at Collaborate Recruitment, Bournemouth.