Head Of Engineering

2 weeks ago

Beverley, United Kingdom Higher Plains Recruitment Full time
Head of Engineering £80K -£90K PA


Our company is in search of a skilled and seasoned professional to join our client's Product Development Team as their Head of Engineering.

This critical position entails overseeing all engineering disciplines in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. As the department leader, your expertise will be instrumental in driving our clients' continued success and growth.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Take full ownership of Product Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, CAD and BOM, and Database activities.
  • Lead the technical planning process for new products, ensuring effective and successful project implementations.
  • Maintain engineering integrity by conducting rigorous testing programs for new and existing product designs.
  • Drive the design and engineering development of internally and externally sourced parts and assemblies.
  • Manage current model engineering, including change management and product warranty issues.
  • Develop engineering policies and strategies, including the appraisal and selection of new technologies.
  • Implement and enhance best practices in engineering tools and techniques.
  • Provide staff training and development opportunities, including support for technical staff on their path to Chartership.
  • Foster industrial and academic partnerships, nurturing relationships and exploring collaboration opportunities.
  • Ensure product safety and compliance with legislative and regulatory frameworks.
  • Drive manufacturing process development, product launch, and continuous improvement activities.
  • Lead and inspire the engineering team, promoting a high-performance and quality-conscious culture.
  • Champion health and safety initiatives related to engineering activities and engage with stakeholders across the site.
  • Develop and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive performance and ensure success.
  • Prepare and manage budgets for relevant functions.
  • Support product quality panels, analyse warranty data, and lead technical investigations when required.
  • Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and ISO 45001 systems, including audit responsibilities.
  • Provide technical support to key stakeholders throughout the value chain.
  • Act as a key advocate for the EPIC core values program.
  • Academic requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree (2:1) in engineering or a closely related discipline.
  • Advanced (postgraduate) degrees are desirable.
  • Chartered status, or working towards it, with a relevant institution (e.g., IMechE, IET, etc.).

Person Summary:


We are seeking a highly qualified and competent engineering leader with a proven track record in medium to large product development or manufacturing organizations.

The ideal candidate will possess a broad engineering background, demonstrating the ability to deliver highly complex engineering programs with an innovative approach and excellent problem-solving skills.

You should be outgoing, enthusiastic, self-motivated, highly driven, and capable of working effectively at all levels within the business.

Essential skills and experience:

  • Minimum of years' experience in a leadership role, managing medium to large teams.
  • Experience working on complex, multi-disciplinary engineering programmes.
  • Demonstrable knowledge and exposure to the full product lifecycle process, from conceptualization to end-of-life support.
  • Strong understanding of engineering first principles, supported by technical qualifications and practical experience.
  • In-depth awareness of current state-of-the-art materials and manufacturing processes.
  • Familiarity with project gateway disciplines and ability to work under process, adhering to associated process disciplines.
  • Skilled negotiator with internal and external stakeholders, suppliers

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