Engineering & Technical Manager

Austin Fraser; Redcar; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000

Job description

I am delighted to be recruiting an Engineering & Technical Manager to join our client in driving engineering excellence and innovation in the Offshore Wind sector.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Establish, control, and maintain production standards for welding technology, process reliability and equipment performance
2. Lead process innovation and development initiatives
3. Reduce the Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) through continuous improvement principles
4. Drive research, development, and innovation to enhance operational efficiency
5. Ensure all processes and product handling meet safety standards
6. Collaborate with the production team to maintain operational controls
7. Lead and develop a team of production and welding engineers
8. Manage change programs, encouraging a culture of continuous improvement
9. Identify opportunities for improvement in engineering tools and methodologies

Qualifications & Experience:

1. Bachelor's degree (or higher) in an engineering discipline
2. Strong knowledge of continuous improvement tools, including: PDCA, Six Sigma, Value Stream Mapping, 5 Whys, APQP4Wind
3. Leadership experience in production engineering
4. Background in welding, fabrication, and machining environments
5. Passion for developing engineering talent and driving innovation
6. Membership (or Fellowship) in a recognised professional institution (preferred)
7. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences

What We Offer:

1. Competitive base salary
2. 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
3. 5% employer pension contribution
4. Medicash health plan
5. Private medical insurance
6. Life insurance

If you're ready to take on a leadership role in a dynamic environment and make a real impact, apply today.