Senior Mechanical Engineering Manager

4 days ago


Lancashire, United Kingdom Astute People Full time
About the Role

Astute People is partnering with a leading engineering provider to recruit a Senior Mechanical Engineering Manager for its Chorley site.

This senior-level position involves leading design teams, ensuring safe, compliant, and high-quality engineering solutions. The successful candidate will have a salary of up to 70,000 per annum (or 60 an hour if contractor).

The role comes with a competitive package, including benefits such as 25 days holiday + bank holidays, a health care package, and other perks.

Job Description

As a Senior Mechanical Engineering Manager, you will:

  • Lead and supervise multidisciplinary engineering design teams, providing technical direction and oversight.
  • Encourage a collaborative work environment that emphasises continuous learning and improvement.
  • Support the Engineering Manager by monitoring engineering activities to meet cost, schedule, quality, and safety standards.
  • Coordinate project schedules, resources, and budgets, adjusting project plans as necessary to meet timelines and cost targets.
  • Identify, assess, and address technical risks, escalating issues as needed.
  • Conduct design reviews to ensure engineering deliverables meet applicable regulations and quality standards.
Requirements

We are seeking an individual with the following qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent Level 6 qualification) in an engineering discipline.
  • Proven leadership experience in a collaborative engineering environment.
  • Deep knowledge of relevant safety, health, and environmental legislation (e.g., Machinery Directive, LOLER, PUWER, CDM).
What We Offer

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits, including:

  • Salary up to 70,000 or 60 an hour for contractors
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Health Care package and other benefits

Astute People is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.



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