Engineering Manager

Are you an inspirational Engineering Manager with a proven track record of driving operational excellence and technical innovation within a dynamic manufacturing environment? Do you thrive on leading high-performing teams and implementing strategic initiatives that deliver tangible results? We are seeking an exceptional individual to spearhead our Engineering department at our advanced manufacturing facility in Peterborough.
This is a unique opportunity to take the reins of a critical function, influencing every aspect of our production from process optimization to new technology integration. You will be a key member of our senior leadership team, responsible for shaping our engineering strategy and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and engineering brilliance.
Why This Leadership Role is Unparalleled:
Exceptional Total Reward Package: A highly attractive basic salary of -62,000 per annum, complemented by a lucrative annual bonus scheme and a comprehensive benefits package, recognizing your leadership and impact.
Prime Working Hours: Enjoy a consistent Monday to Friday day shift, providing the ideal work-life integration for a senior leadership position.
Strategic Influence: Directly contribute to business strategy, lead significant capital projects, and introduce cutting-edge technologies that will redefine our manufacturing capabilities.
Empowered Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop a talented team of engineers and technicians, fostering their growth and ensuring they operate at the highest levels of performance.
Innovation at Your Fingertips: Work with state-of-the-art machinery and systems, and be given the autonomy to explore and implement innovative engineering solutions.
Impactful Environment: Your decisions will have a direct and significant impact on our productivity, quality, safety, and profitability.
Company Growth: Join a thriving organization with ambitious expansion plans, offering unparalleled opportunities for your own professional development and career advancement.
What We''re Looking For:
We seek a visionary leader who combines deep technical expertise with outstanding people management and strategic acumen.
Proven experience as an Engineering Manager or a senior leadership role within a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment.
Demonstrable success in implementing lean manufacturing principles, continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, Kaizen), and driving significant operational efficiencies.
Strong technical background across mechanical, electrical, automation, and control systems (PLCs, SCADA, Robotics).
Exceptional project management skills, with experience managing complex engineering projects from conception to completion, including budget control and resource allocation.
A natural leader and coach, capable of motivating, developing, and inspiring an engineering team to achieve peak performance.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical information to all levels of the business.
A Bachelor''s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, or a related field) is highly preferred; a Master''s degree or Chartered Engineer status is a significant advantage.
Ready to Lead the Charge?
If you are an ambitious and results-driven Engineering Manager looking for a role that offers significant responsibility, an outstanding reward package, and the chance to truly shape the future of a leading manufacturing operation in Peterborough, we want to hear from you.
Apply now and lead our engineering revolution!
Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
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