Engineering Manager

Location:

Dorchester, Dorset, England

Salary:

Market related

Category

Manufacturing Engineering

Sector:

Aerospace and Defence

Contract type

Permanent

Employer:

TKMS ATLAS UK

Consultant:

Craig Chubb

Engineering Manager at TKMS ATLAS UK

Location: Dorset Innovation Park, Winfrith Newburgh, Dorchester DT2 8ZB

Employment Type: Permanent (Full-time, Part-time, or Condensed Hours Available)

Reporting to: Engineering Head of Delivery / Engineering Head of Division

Security Clearance: Candidates must be eligible for full SC clearance

About The Company

TKMS ATLAS UK are proud to be at the forefront of advanced engineering, delivering cutting-edge solutions across defence and maritime technology. Based at the Dorset Innovation Park, our teams bring together exceptional technical expertise and creative thinking to solve complex engineering challenges.

They value balance, flexibility, and innovation - and welcome applications from individuals seeking full-time, part-time, or condensed-hour opportunities.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an Engineering Manager to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams in the planning and delivery of TKMS ATLAS UK bids, projects, and product developments.

You'll play a pivotal role in driving engineering excellence - from developing robust technical solutions to ensuring successful project delivery across time, cost, and quality objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Lead engineering work packages and oversee the delivery of technical outputs to agreed time, cost, and quality.

Plan, coordinate, and manage engineering design activities across the full lifecycle - from concept through to test, acceptance, and delivery.

Apply system engineering principles and project management methodologies to ensure technical integrity and compliance.

Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, customers, and external stakeholders.

Report on project performance, including schedule, cost, quality, and risk management.

Drive innovation and continuous improvement in engineering delivery.

Develop engineering technical solutions, cost estimates, risk assessments, and project programmes for upcoming bids and contracts.

Support the development of design and technical procurement specifications.

Ensure design processes are documented and verification of system requirements is demonstrated.

What You'll Bring

Qualifications & Skills

Degree or HND in Electrical/Electronic Engineering (or equivalent relevant experience).

Strong written and verbal communication skills - including technical report writing, bid preparation, and presentations.

Knowledge & Experience (training provided where required)

Specialist knowledge of electrical and electronic systems.

Experience with CE/UKCA directives, EMC, and electrical safety standards.

Proven ability to implement engineering lifecycles and system engineering processes within product development.

Experience leading engineering design teams and supporting through test and acceptance phases.

Understanding of project management principles and commercial processes (estimation, costing, pricing, tenders, and bids).

Technical management experience as a supplier/integrator.

Behavioural Attributes

We're looking for someone who is:

Highly motivated, energetic, and able to see the bigger picture.

Confident managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Innovative, forward-thinking, and committed to best practice.

Resilient and adaptable to change.

Decisive and sound in judgement.

A team player who builds strong, positive working relationships.

Passionate about exceeding stakeholder expectations and achieving results.

Promotes a "can-do" attitude and inspires those around them.

Challenges

This role will see you working in a dynamic, high-paced environment that demands flexibility, problem-solving, and the ability to apply a broad range of technical and leadership skills.

Whats On Offer

TKMS ATLAS UK are committed to helping their people grow. You'll receive ongoing training and professional development tailored to your role, and you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on complex, high-profile engineering projects.

Due to the nature of our work, all applicants must be eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC).

TKMS ATLAS UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer, welcoming applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.

Only successful applicants will be contacted.