Engineering Manager  
Poole


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*Security Requirement:

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*  UK Eyes Only – Applicants must be UK Nationals due to the sensitive nature of the role.

 

Are you looking for an opportunity to lead a professional and talented team?
Do you have a BEng with a mechanical or structural engineering background?
Are you an experienced leader in a senior engineering position who is looking to join a reputable and well-respected business globally?

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for a skilled and experienced Engineering Manager to lead and inspire their engineering team.

This is a varied, demanding, and rewarding role that requires a professional with a strong background in mechanical or structural engineering.

If you thrive on delivering complex engineering solutions, mentoring teams, overcoming challenges, and driving innovation, this role is for you.

You will engage with a global customer base, contributing to new ideas and improving existing designs to meet evolving industry demands.

You will take ownership of all design projects, ensuring adherence to global design standards, and act as the lead technical specialist for our products.

Your exceptional leadership and communication skills will drive project success across all levels of the business, including cross-functional collaboration with non-technical teams.

Responsibilities  as Engineering Manager:

- Provide proactive leadership and mentorship to the engineering team; lead by example and foster a collaborative, motivated work environment.

 
- 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.

 
- Conduct technical review and approval of engineering designs, including using stress analysis software or hand calculations.

 
- Create and review 2D engineering drawings derived from 3D design models, ensuring accuracy and compliance with standards.

 
- Perform Finite Element Analysis (FEA)  to assess the integrity and safety of designs.

 
- Collaborate with the operations team to provide technical support and resources as required.

 
- Ensure all design work is performed in compliance with global industry standards and relevant laws.

 
- Serve as the lead technical specialist for all products under the department’s purview.

 
- Communicate effectively across departments, ensuring technical and non-technical stakeholders understand project updates and challenges.

 
- Maintain knowledge of and adapt to changes in industry regulations and design standards.

 

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Qualifications and experience required to succeed in this role:

- A Bachelor’s degree (BEng) in Mechanical Engineering or Structural Engineering
- UK Nationality as the role is security-restricted to UK Eyes only.

 
- A proven track record of successfully managing engineering teams, demonstrating strong leadership, mentorship, and team development skills.

 
- Extensive experience with stress analysis and stress calculations to ensure the strength and safety of designs.

 
- Proficiency in 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 the ability to re-prioritise tasks according to project demands.

 
- An ability to inspire a sense of urgency and accountability across your team to meet deadlines.

 
- Exceptional communication skills, allowing you to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams seamlessly.

 
- A positive outlook with the ability to view the “big picture” while maintaining attention to detail.

 
- Familiarity with industry standards and law relevant to engineering projects.

 
- A strong background in structural engineering will be considered an additional advantage.

 

 Benefits
  
- Up to £65k DOE
- Parking on site
 - Pension
- A varied and interesting client base
- A dynamic and collaborative work environment with exposure to a global customer base.

 
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

 
- A commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.

 

Do you want to join our client in delivering innovative engineering solutions that make an impact globally.

If you thrive in a challenging, fast-paced environment and have what it takes to lead and inspire, we would love to hear from you!  

If you would like to apply for this role, please do so directly or get in touch at alison.francis@holtengineering.co.uk