Engineering Manager

Job Role: Engineering Manager
Location: Coventry

Shift: Permanent / Monday - Friday
Salary: c. 75,000 p/a

The Role:

The Engineering Manager will lead the engineering function, overseeing the design, development, and delivery of precision engineering solutions. This role requires a technically strong leader who can drive innovation, ensure manufacturing excellence, and support continuous improvement across all engineering activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a multidisciplinary engineering team, providing mentorship, technical direction, and performance management.
• Oversee the design, development, and validation of precision-engineered components and systems.
• Collaborate closely with production, quality, and commercial teams to ensure engineering projects meet customer requirements, timelines, and budgets.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and capability within the engineering department.
• Manage engineering change processes and maintain accurate documentation and CAD models.
• Support NPI and process development activities.
• Provide technical leadership in problem-solving, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key customers, suppliers, and stakeholders.
• Prepare and manage departmental budgets, forecasts, and resource plans.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in precision engineering or high-tolerance manufacturing environments.
• Proven track record in engineering leadership or management roles.
• Strong understanding of CNC machining, tooling design, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with CAD/CAM systems
• Experience to drive productivity and CI
• Excellent project management, communication, and leadership skills.