A rare opportunity for an experienced Engineering Manager to lead the transformation of the engineering function within a highly automated, process-based manufacturing plant.
Reporting to the Plant Director, whilst working closely with the Group Engineering Director, you will improve plant reliability, develop the engineering team and move the site from reactive maintenance towards a disciplined, planned and preventive maintenance culture.
This is a high-impact leadership role offering the investment, autonomy and senior-level support to deliver lasting change.
Key responsibilities of Engineering Manager:
Lead, stabilise and develop a large engineering maintenance team
Improve plant reliability, availability and operational performance
Embed planned and preventive maintenance, TPM and reliability best practice
Drive CMMS implementation, data quality and routine operational use
Lead root cause investigations and eliminate recurring failures
Improve maintenance planning, engineering stores and critical-spares availability
Manage engineering expenditure, maintenance budgets and CAPEX projects
Strengthen project governance, performance reporting and accountability
Work closely with operations, central engineering and equipment suppliers
Drive engineering compliance, safety and continuous improvement
What we’re looking for from the Engineering Manager:
Proven engineering or maintenance leadership experience within an automated manufacturing environment
Experience transforming or significantly improving an engineering function
Strong knowledge of reliability engineering, PPM, TPM and maintenance planning
Experience implementing or improving a CMMS
A track record of developing teams and managing challenging performance issues
Experience delivering plant investment, commissioning or modernisation projects
A recognised engineering qualification, ideally HNC/HND, degree or equivalent
A visible, driven leadership style with strong technical and commercial credibility
Relevant sectors could include food and beverage, packaging, automotive, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, FMCG, building products or other process-based manufacturing environments.
Why apply for the Engineering Manager vacancy?
You’ll have the opportunity to shape engineering strategy, influence investment and build a stable, high-performing engineering function.
The role also offers strong potential for future progression into broader operational leadership.
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An established engineering organisation is seeking a proactive, customer-focused Systems Engineer to deliver bespoke engineering and test solutions for complex applications across aerospace, defence and other regulated industries.
You'll act as the technical link between customers and multidisciplinary engineering teams, translating operational needs into clear requirements, system architectures and practical solutions.
This varied role spans the complete engineering lifecycle, from requirements capture and concept development through design, integration, verification, commissioning and customer acceptance.
Key Responsibilities
- Engage with customers to understand operational needs, technical requirements and acceptance criteria.
- Lead requirements workshops and translate customer needs into clear, verifiable system requirements.
- Develop system concepts, architectures, use cases and interface definitions.
- Coordinate hardware, software, electrical and mechanical engineering inputs to deliver integrated solutions.
- Evaluate technical options and trade-offs, balancing performance, reliability, safety, cost and schedule.
- Manage requirements traceability, technical risks, assumptions and engineering changes.
- Contribute to technical reviews and ensure designs meet agreed requirements.
- Develop verification and validation strategies, test plans and acceptance documentation.
- Support system integration, troubleshooting, factory acceptance testing, commissioning and customer demonstrations.
- Maintain alignment between system requirements, design decisions and verification evidence.
- Communicate technical progress, risks and issues to customers, project managers and engineering stakeholders.
- Support delivered systems during warranty and in-service operation where required.
Essential Skills and Experience
- A degree or equivalent experience in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related discipline.
- Experience in systems engineering, requirements management, system design or technical integration.
- Ability to capture, analyse and manage customer and system requirements.
- Understanding of system architecture, functional decomposition and interface management.
- Experience working across multidisciplinary engineering teams.
- Knowledge of verification, validation, integration and acceptance testing.
Desirable Experience
- Aerospace, defence or other regulated engineering environments.
- Automated test equipment, bespoke test systems or electronic and avionics test equipment.
- Requirements traceability, configuration management and engineering change control.
- Experience with system requirements reviews, design reviews and test-readiness reviews.
- Verification strategies, acceptance criteria and formal test documentation.
- Hardware/software integration and complex system troubleshooting.
What\'s on Offer?
- Competitive salary and annual performance-related bonus.
- Pension scheme with 4% employee and 8% employer contributions.
- Family private healthcare and health cash plan.
- 27 days' annual leave, plus UK bank holidays.
- Cycle-to-work scheme.
- Technically varied projects across advanced engineering sectors.
- Exposure to the complete engineering lifecycle and a broad range of technologies.
- Professional development, technical mentoring and opportunities for career progression.
- Direct customer engagement and collaboration with multidisciplinary engineering specialists.
Security Requirements: Applicants must be UK nationals and eligible to obtain and maintain the relevant level of UK national security clearance. Appointment is subject to appropriate background checks and security vetting.
If you're a Systems Engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, working closely with customers and bringing multidisciplinary engineering solutions together, we'd like to hear from you.
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We are looking for an experienced Subsea Project Engineer to join an established engineering team in Leeds, working on large-scale projects within the energy and subsea sector. You will lead engineering projects from execution through to build and testing, working closely with customers and internal engineering teams.
Key responsibilities
Lead engineering projects from design through to delivery.
Coordinate engineering activities and internal stakeholders.
Act as a key technical contact for customers.
Review specifications and provide technical guidance.
Oversee top-level design and technical documentation.
Lead internal and external design reviews.
Support build, testing and project delivery.
Provide regular project updates to engineering management.
Ensure projects meet quality, safety and company standards.
Key Skills
Degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering.
Experience leading engineering projects or multidisciplinary engineering activities.
Strong technical and problem-solving skills.
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We are looking for an experienced Subsea Project Engineer to join an established engineering team in Leeds, working on large-scale projects within the energy and subsea sector. You will lead engineering projects from execution through to build and testing, working closely with customers and internal engineering teams.
Key responsibilities
Lead engineering projects from design through to delivery.
Coordinate engineering activities and internal stakeholders.
Act as a key technical contact for customers.
Review specifications and provide technical guidance.
Oversee top-level design and technical documentation.
Lead internal and external design reviews.
Support build, testing and project delivery.
Provide regular project updates to engineering management.
Ensure projects meet quality, safety and company standards.
Key Skills
Degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering.
Experience leading engineering projects or multidisciplinary engineering activities.
Strong technical and problem-solving skills.
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Our client, who are a well-established and innovative engineering manufacturer, are looking for an Engineering Manager based in Nottinghamshire to join their team on a permanent basis.
This role is based on-site in, Nottinghamshire, within a fast-paced engineering environment delivering high-quality, customised products into a range of demanding industries. The position is a key leadership role, responsible for driving technical excellence, managing engineering operations, and ensuring the successful delivery of projects and solutions.
Key responsibilities of the Engineering Manager job based in Nottinghamshire:
Lead, mentor, and develop a multi-disciplinary engineering team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
Oversee engineering projects from concept through to delivery, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to required quality standards.
Provide technical leadership and guidance across engineering activities, reviewing and approving designs and documentation.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including production, sales, quality, and operations to ensure effective project execution.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, efficiency, and engineering processes.
Monitor KPIs, manage departmental budgets, and ensure optimal resource allocation.
Act as a key technical contact for customers and stakeholders, supporting business development activities where required.
Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, safety regulations, and internal procedures.
Experience required for the Engineering Manager job based in Nottinghamshire:
Degree qualified in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics or similar), with a preference for an electronics background.
Proven experience in an engineering leadership or management role within a technical environment.
Strong background in delivering complex engineering projects and managing cross-functional teams.
Experience with engineering tools such as Altium, GitHub, and project management platforms (e.G. Jira).
Solid understanding of engineering standards and regulatory requirements.
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Commercial awareness with experience managing budgets and resources.
Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on technical involvement.
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A job as a Maintenance & Engineering Manager, is urgently required in Immingham, Lincolnshire.
An exciting new job has arisen for a Maintenance & Engineering Manager, based in Immingham, Lincolnshire to work for an industry leader in gas engineering solutions and distribution.
The Maintenance & Engineering Manager, located in Immingham, Lincolnshire will be responsible for leading the maintenance and engineering activities, ensuring plant, equipment and infrastructure operate safely, reliably and in full compliance with legal requirements for a top tier COMAH site.
The ideal Maintenance & Engineering Manager, based in Immingham, Lincolnshire will have previous experience across;
An Engineering Maintenance background in Electrical Engineering, EC&I or Mechanical Engineering
Experience working on COMAH facilities as the safety practices around these
Inspire, coach and develop the engineering team, building capability, supporting succession planning and fostering a culture of safety, accountability and continuous improvement
This job opportunity is for a global company that employees over 60,000 people over 100 countries worldwide. They have a 120 year history giving them an excellent stance in their sector and pride themselves on the best level of customer service.
APPLY NOW! For the Maintenance & Engineering Manager, job, located Immingham, Lincolnshire by sending a cover letter and CV to TDrew@redlinegroup.Com or by calling Tom Drew on 01582 878 848 quoting ref. THD1423. Otherwise, we always welcome the opportunity to discuss other roles similar to Maintenance Engineering Manager jobs on 01582 878848.....Read more...
We are seeking an experienced Engineering Maintenance Manager to join a market-leading manufacturing organisation at its Walsall manufacturing facility. The site has undergone significant multi-million-pound capital investment, introducing modern manufacturing technology, automated production equipment and enhanced engineering capabilities.
The position offers genuine autonomy, substantial investment in engineering infrastructure and excellent long-term career development opportunities within a well-established manufacturing group.
What's in it for you as Engineering Maintenance Manager:
£70,000 basic salary, rising to £75,000 after 6 months
Double-digit annual company bonus
Double-digit company pension contribution
25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays, increasing with service
Extensive training, professional development and career progression opportunities
On-site electrical car charging
Opportunity to manage engineering operations at a site benefiting from major capital investment
Autonomy to shape maintenance strategies, improve reliability and develop engineering performance
Long-term career prospects within a market-leading manufacturing organisation
Key Responsibilities of the Engineering Maintenance Manager:
Lead, develop and manage the site engineering and maintenance teams
Take ownership of engineering performance, maintenance strategy and plant reliability
Develop and implement structured preventative and planned maintenance programmes
Drive improvements in equipment availability, OEE and production efficiency
Establish a proactive maintenance culture, reducing reactive maintenance and unplanned downtime
Optimise the use of CMMS systems to improve maintenance planning, reporting and asset management
Implement TPM, continuous improvement and reliability-centred maintenance methodologies
Manage engineering budgets, maintenance expenditure and external contractors
Support ongoing capital investment projects, equipment upgrades and commissioning activities
Ensure engineering compliance, statutory inspections and the highest standards of health and safety
Work closely with production and operational management to deliver continuous improvements in site performance
Key Requirements to Apply for the Engineering Maintenance Manager Vacancy:
A recognised Mechanical or Electrical Engineering qualification
Proven experience managing engineering and maintenance teams within a manufacturing environments
Strong technical knowledge of automated production equipment and industrial maintenance
Demonstrable experience improving plant reliability, reducing downtime and implementing proactive maintenance strategies
Good understanding of TPM, preventative maintenance and asset care methodologies
Experience working with CMMS systems and structured maintenance planning
Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop, motivate and manage engineering teams
Experience managing maintenance budgets and engineering expenditure
A strong commitment to health, safety and engineering compliance
Experience supporting capital investment, equipment installation or commissioning projects would be advantageous
Candidate Background for the Engineering Maintenance Manager Vacancy Candidates should demonstrate strong engineering leadership, a proactive approach to maintenance management and a proven track record of improving plant reliability and operational performance. With a highly competitive remuneration package, significant investment in the manufacturing facility and excellent opportunities for professional development, this represents an outstanding opportunity to progress your engineering management career.APPLY NOW!....Read more...
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Systems Engineering Team Lead to join a growing space organisation developing complex spacecraft and advanced space systems.
This is a senior technical leadership position combining systems engineering, technical delivery and people management. You will lead a team of systems engineers while remaining closely involved in the development and maturation of complex space systems, from early architecture and mission definition through to integration, verification and delivery.
Working closely with project managers, customers, suppliers and multidisciplinary engineering teams, you will help shape technical solutions, lead system-level trade-offs and ensure projects remain aligned with performance, cost and schedule requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage a team of approximately 68 systems engineers, supporting their development, workload and performance.
- Define mission concepts, system requirements, technical objectives and development profiles based on customer and stakeholder needs.
- Lead system-level architecture development and technical trade-off studies.
- Identify key technical drivers relating to system performance, risk, cost and schedule.
- Lead technical discussions and present trade-off analyses to engineering and project stakeholders.
- Manage requirements, design baselines and configuration/change management throughout the system lifecycle.
- Work closely with project managers, engineering leadership, customers and suppliers to achieve consensus on complex technical issues.
- Coordinate technical deliverables, risk mitigation activities and engineering priorities across multidisciplinary teams.
- Identify technical and resource requirements across current and future projects.
- Support recruitment, interviewing and onboarding of new systems engineering team members.
- Identify skills gaps and develop plans to support the professional development of engineers.
- Review and provide technical oversight of engineering outputs.
- Support the team with hands-on systems engineering activities where required.
About You
We are looking for an experienced systems engineer with a strong background in space or similarly complex engineering environments, who is ready to take the next step into a technical team leadership position.
You should have:
- 5+ years' experience in space systems engineering or a similarly complex engineering environment.
- A good understanding of the key subsystems and functions involved in a typical satellite mission.
- Strong experience with systems requirements definition, derivation and management.
- Experience with system validation, verification and delivery.
- The ability to conduct complex technical and programme-level trade-offs.
- Experience managing technical risk, scope, budget and schedule constraints.
- Confidence working with engineering simulations and outputs from aerospace engineering tools.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to explain complex technical subjects to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- The ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary engineering teams.
Desirable Experience
- 2+ years' experience managing or leading systems engineers.
- 8+ years' experience in space systems engineering or similarly complex systems.
- Broader knowledge of spacecraft engineering disciplines such as mechanical, thermal, mechanisms or GNC.
- Experience with satellite Assembly, Integration and Test (AIT).
- Experience supporting spacecraft or mission operations.
- Experience working on ESA or other institutional space programmes.
- Experience working across the full spacecraft development lifecycle.
Whats on Offer
- Hybrid working with flexible arrangements around core hours.
- Optional 9/75 working pattern.
- 25 days' annual leave, increasing with service, plus public holidays.
- Private healthcare.
- Life insurance and long-term sick pay.
- Relocation assistance may be available.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- Access to modern engineering and cleanroom facilities.
- Collaborative, international and technically driven working environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Systems Engineer or Senior/Lead Systems Engineer looking to combine hands-on technical engineering with team leadership and strategic responsibility. You will have the opportunity to influence system architecture, develop engineering capability and lead a talented team working on technically challenging space missions from concept through to delivery.
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A leading process instrumentation manufacturer, based in Surrey, is seeking a Director of Engineering to lead its R&D function. The successful candidate will be responsible for defining and executing the engineering strategy, overseeing engineering deliverables, and ensuring the engineering organisation meets business objectives.
Key responsibilities:
Lead engineering and R&D teams across three locations.
Develop and implement the engineering strategy.
Oversee engineering delivery, performance, and continuous improvement.
Align engineering activities with business goals.
Essential requirements:
Significant experience leading an engineering or R&D organisation.
Strong background in the development of both mechanical and electronic/electrical products.
Experience within a regulated industry, such as defence, aerospace, medical devices or marine.
Degree qualified in Electronics, Mechanical or a related discipline.
Excellent communication and leadership skills.
British citizenship is required due to the nature of the products and industry.
What's on offer:
Opportunity to join a growing, innovative organisation.
Clear prospects for career progression and professional development.
Senior leadership role with responsibility across multiple engineering sites.
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A leading technology organisation operating within the secure communications and defence sector is seeking an experienced Senior Software Technical Lead to provide technical leadership across the development of secure software solutions.
This is a high-impact role combining hands-on engineering delivery with technical governance, process improvement, and team mentorship. You will act as a key technical authority, driving software engineering excellence, improving development practices, and supporting multidisciplinary teams in delivering complex, high-assurance systems.
Working closely with software engineers, systems engineers, and project teams, you will help shape software architecture, establish engineering standards, and ensure successful delivery against technical and programme objectives.
Due to business requirements applicants must be a sole UK national and eligible to obtain UK security clearance.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership & Engineering Governance
- Define, improve, and maintain software development processes, tools, and engineering workflows.
- Provide architectural guidance and technical oversight across software development activities.
- Establish and enforce quality standards, peer review processes, and engineering best practices.
- Support project delivery by identifying and removing technical barriers.
Team Mentorship & Development
- Mentor and support software engineers, helping to develop technical capability and engineering excellence.
- Identify skills gaps, training requirements, and future capability needs.
- Promote collaboration across software, systems, and wider engineering teams.
Software Development & Delivery
- Lead software architecture design and implementation for embedded systems and user applications.
- Drive software verification and validation activities, including design verification testing.
- Support complex technical investigations, defect resolution, and sustaining engineering activities.
- Provide technical support across legacy systems, upgrades, and component lifecycle challenges.
Required Experience & Qualifications
- 10+ years experience within software engineering environments.
- Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.
- Proven experience leading software development activities and defining engineering processes.
- Strong understanding of software quality frameworks, governance, and technical reviews.
- Experience working within secure or regulated engineering environments.
- Must be a sole UK national and eligible to obtain UK security clearance.
Desirable Experience
- Experience with high-assurance software development standards and secure coding practices.
- Strong low-level programming experience using C/C++ within embedded systems environments.
- Experience working with microcontrollers and Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS).
- Experience mentoring engineers and improving technical capability without direct line management responsibility.
Why Apply?
This is an opportunity to take a leading technical role within a highly skilled engineering environment, shaping software development practices and contributing to the delivery of secure, mission-critical technology.
You will have the opportunity to influence architecture, mentor engineers, and drive engineering excellence across complex programmes.
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Engineering Project Manager – Automation / Robotics
Are you an experienced, Cambridge based Engineering Project Manager with a strong background in automation, hardware, and software delivery? Do you want to take ownership of exciting projects within an innovative robotics company developing cutting-edge autonomous technology for real-world agricultural environments?
If so, our client is looking to hire an Engineering Project Manager based in Cambridge, leading the delivery of complex automated products across engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, and field operations, supporting customers in the UK, Australia, and the USA.
Key responsibilities:
Lead end-to-end delivery of complex engineering projects, from initial planning and development through system integration, validation, manufacture, and deployment
Develop and manage project plans covering milestones, budgets, resources, dependencies, risks, and critical-path activities
Coordinate cross-functional teams across mechanical, electrical, software, embedded systems, manufacturing, and field operations
Manage project governance, including risks, issues, change control, status reporting, stakeholder communication, and escalation.
Work closely with technical leads to resolve blockers, prioritise defects, and ensure product safety, quality, reliability, and performance
Oversee system integration, verification, commissioning, field trials, and the transition from engineering development into repeatable manufacture
To be successful, you should have:
Proven experience as an Engineering Project Manager delivering complex hardware and software projects within automation, robotics, mechatronics, or a related engineering environment
Strong experience managing project scope, schedules, budgets, resources, dependencies, risks, and stakeholder expectations
A solid technical understanding of integrated engineering systems, with the ability to work effectively alongside multidisciplinary engineering teams
Experience using Jira, Kanban boards, and project timelines to manage engineering and software delivery
To apply for this Engineering Project Manager – Automation / Robotics opportunity based in Cambridge, please send your CV to NDrain@redlinegroup.Com or call 01582 878828.
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An established engineering organisation operating within the defence sector is seeking a Systems Engineer to join its growing engineering team. This is an opportunity to contribute to the development of advanced surveillance, tracking and targeting systems for land and naval applications.
Working within multidisciplinary project teams, you will help ensure mechanical, electrical and software engineering activities are aligned and that system designs meet customer requirements. Projects range from early-stage concept demonstrators with significant technical challenges through to the development and enhancement of established products.
This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of key systems engineering activities, contribute to technical decision-making and support the successful delivery of complex engineering projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Capture, define and manage system requirements throughout the development lifecycle.
- Develop functional and physical system architectures.
- Contribute to functional design, detailed design and safety analysis.
- Identify and mitigate technical and programme risks.
- Develop engineering management plans covering safety, test integration, acceptance and technical risk.
- Gather and manage verification evidence to demonstrate compliance with system requirements.
- Produce procurement specifications for subsystems and components.
- Write test specifications and support system verification activities.
- Participate in design reviews and technical assessments.
- Develop environmental qualification plans covering EMC, temperature, shock and vibration.
- Prepare technical reports and engineering documentation.
Skills & Experience
Essential requirements
- A degree in Engineering or a relevant physical science.
- Approximately 13 years of engineering experience.
- A strong understanding of systems engineering principles, particularly INCOSE guidance and best practices.
- Multidisciplinary knowledge across mechanical, electrical and software engineering, with a specialism in at least one area.
Desirable experience
- Previous experience working as a Systems Engineer and involvement in the full product development lifecycle.
- Experience working closely with internal and external stakeholders.
- Familiarity with requirements management tools such as DOORS, Visure or R4J, and work package management using Jira.
- Experience working within multidisciplinary teams on complex engineering projects.
- A background in the defence sector or a similar engineering environment.
- Knowledge of safety management standards, including MIL-STD-882E, DEF STAN 00-56 or ISO 12100.
- Understanding of statutory compliance and CE marking.
- Experience with fault-tree analysis and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA).
Working Arrangements & Benefits
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
- 37.5-hour working week, with an early finish on Fridays.
- 28 days of annual leave.
- Christmas shutdown.
- Holiday purchase scheme.
- Income protection and life assurance.
- Employee Assistance Programme, including access to remote GP services and wellbeing support.
- Health Cash Plan and Employee discounts and wellbeing initiatives.
- Employee share incentive and save-as-you-earn schemes.
- Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme.
- Learning and development opportunities.
- Free onsite parking.
Security Requirements
Candidates must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance. Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of identity, employment history, right to work in the UK and at least five years of UK residency.
If you are looking to develop your systems engineering career while contributing to complex, high-performance engineering projects, we would be keen to hear from you.
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My client, a leading global business operating in Coding and Marking solutions, are seeking a Test Engineer- Value Analysis & Value Engineering, based in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire.
The ideal Test Engineer- Value Analysis & Value Engineering, based in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire will be responsible for driving product cost reduction without sacrificing performance. Other responsibilities will include setting up and running a variety of technical validation projects for existing and new products and the jobholder is responsible for setting up, running and evaluating all the verification aspects of experiments in a safe environment. This includes developing test plans/scripts, setting up test jigs, analysing data, and writing up reports.
This is a challenging and stimulating engineering role working across a variety of different physical materials, electrical/mechanical components, software, high voltages, pressures, and flammable liquids.
The successful Test Engineer- Value Analysis & Value Engineering, based in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire will have:
An Electronics Engineering qualification and proven ‘hands-on’ engineering in multi-disciplinary teams
Specific prior experience making test jigs and running the validation aspects of engineering projects is advantageous but not critical
Ability to adapt, build and validate industrial components and prototypes
Appreciation of software, electronics, and mechanical engineering is very useful, including sophisticated system integration requiring analytical skills, problem-solving, and ability to read mechanical drawings
APPLY NOW for the Test Engineer- Value Analysis & Value Engineering job based in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire role by sending your CV to TDrew@redlinegroup.Com or call Tom on 01582 878 848, quoting ref. THD1027. If you have any specific questions about this role, otherwise we always welcome the opportunity to discuss other engineering jobs.....Read more...
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Engineering Project Manager to join a market-leading, international PLC-listed manufacturing organisation. The position will lead the delivery of multi-million-pound CAPEX projects, including new manufacturing facilities, civil and construction works, M&E, utilities, machinery installation, and production line commissioning.
What's in it for you as Engineering Project Manager?
£72,000 basic salary
Company car or car allowance
Company pension matched up to 10%
Private healthcare
Permanent position with a market-leading manufacturing organisation
Major ongoing investment across UK manufacturing operations
Training, development and long-term career opportunities
The Role of Engineering Project Manager As Engineering Project Manager, you will lead complex capital projects from initial scope and specification through to construction, installation, commissioning and handover.
Responsibilities of Engineering Project Manager will include:
Leading multi-million-pound engineering and CAPEX projects
Managing civil, construction and M&E work streams
Managing installation and commissioning of new machinery and production lines
Coordinating contractors, suppliers and engineering partners
Managing up to 50 contractors on site
Managing project programmes, budgets, resources and risks
Ensuring compliance with CDM Regulations and site safety requirements
Developing technical specifications and managing equipment suppliers
Reporting project progress, expenditure and key milestones to senior stakeholders
About You as Engineering Project Manager
We are looking for an experienced Project Manager with:
Experience delivering multi-million-pound engineering, manufacturing or construction projects
Strong knowledge of civil, construction and M&E project delivery
Experience within manufacturing, engineering, industrial or process environments
Strong contractor and supplier management experience
Good working knowledge of CDM Regulations
Experience of machinery installation and commissioning
Knowledge of Machinery Safety Directives, machinery safety standards and associated compliance would be a major advantage
Engineering qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Structural, Process or Chemical Engineering would be advantageous
NEBOSH and/or PRINCE2 would also be advantageous
This role would suit an Engineering Project Manager, CAPEX Project Manager, Capital Projects Manager, Senior Project Engineer or Construction Project Manager with experience delivering complex projects within a manufacturing or industrial environment. £72,000 + Company Car/Car Allowance + Pension Matched up to 10% + Private Healthcare Please apply now for further information and a confidential discussion.....Read more...
An established engineering organisation is looking for a Principal Embedded Engineer to provide technical leadership and help shape the development of its embedded software and firmware capability.
This is a senior technical leadership position combining hands-on embedded engineering with strategic direction, giving you the opportunity to establish engineering processes, develop technical capability, mentor engineers, and provide technical authority across a range of complex embedded systems.
You will lead the development and growth of an embedded engineering capability spanning microcontrollers, SoCs, FPGAs, embedded software and firmware.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Providing technical leadership, governance and oversight across embedded development activities
- Establishing and improving engineering processes, workflows and best practices
- Leading the development of reusable software modules and libraries
- Planning and delivering embedded software and firmware work packages
- Translating system and customer requirements into clear software and firmware specifications
- Developing system and software architectures and overseeing detailed design
- Defining verification strategies, validation plans and test procedures
- Ensuring traceability between requirements, design and verification
- Producing high-quality technical documentation and engineering reports
- Ensuring deliverables meet required quality, compliance and safety standards
- Supporting estimates, bids, proposals and engineering change activities
- Working closely with hardware, software and systems engineering teams
- Supporting the integration of embedded software and hardware platforms
- Mentoring and developing engineers across different levels of experience
- Supporting recruitment, onboarding and the management of internal engineers and specialist contractors
Required Experience & Skills
- HNC/HND or degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience
- Extensive experience working with microcontrollers, SoCs, FPGA-based systems and embedded software
- Strong embedded C/C++ development experience
- Experience defining and implementing engineering processes
- Ability to develop specifications, architectures, verification strategies and test procedures
- Experience providing technical leadership and mentoring engineers
- Strong understanding of current embedded, microcontroller, SoC and FPGA technologies
- Ability to make appropriate technology selections based on requirements, risk, cost and timescales
Desirable Experience
- Hardware Description Languages, particularly VHDL
- FPGA simulation and verification tools
- Experience delivering safety-related systems or working to standards such as SIL or ASIL
- Experience working across both hardware and embedded software development
- Experience developing reusable engineering frameworks, libraries or platforms
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced embedded engineer to take a significant technical leadership position, helping to shape embedded engineering capability, processes and technical direction while remaining closely involved in the development of complex embedded systems.
Due to the nature of the projects involved, the successful candidate must be eligible to obtain and maintain UK Security Clearance at SC level.
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Test Engineer required to join an amazing, highly skilled and welcoming team who generate test equipment and setup requirements, with a view to performing test equipment and test set up design of thrust systems and Space Engineering. Your role will include the specification, fabrication, build and execution of Hot Fire Tests using propellant and pressurant feed systems, GSE and EGSE.
You will have an excellent understanding of chemical rocket engineering, mechanical engineering and some electrical engineering the ideal candidate will have spacecraft chemical propulsion exposure.
This role would suite someone who has graduated in Mechanical, Aeronautical or Aerospace Engineering, Physics or similar with an interest in hands on practical engineering, mechanical fitter, rocket engines, fluidic control systems or any space standard experience.....Read more...
Test Engineer required to join an amazing, highly skilled and welcoming team who generate test equipment and setup requirements, with a view to performing test equipment and test set up design of thrust systems and Space Engineering. Your role will include the specification, fabrication, build and execution of Hot Fire Tests using propellant and pressurant feed systems, GSE and EGSE.
You will have an excellent understanding of chemical rocket engineering, mechanical engineering and some electrical engineering the ideal candidate will have spacecraft chemical propulsion exposure.
This role would suite someone who has graduated in Mechanical, Aeronautical or Aerospace Engineering, Physics or similar with an interest in hands on practical engineering, mechanical fitter, rocket engines, fluidic control systems or any space standard experience.....Read more...
Engineering Project Manager – Software R&D / Robotics
Are you an experienced Engineering Project Manager with a strong background in software development, product R&D, and integrated hardware and software systems? Do you want to take ownership of complex development projects within an innovative robotics company developing cutting-edge autonomous technology for real-world agricultural environments?
If so, our client is looking to hire an Engineering Project Manager based in Cambridge, leading the delivery of complex software-driven products across multidisciplinary engineering teams. You will be responsible for coordinating software R&D, hardware integration, product development, and validation, supporting the development of autonomous technology for customers in the UK, Australia, and the USA.
Key responsibilities:
Lead end-to-end product development projects, from initial requirements and concept development through software R&D, prototyping, system integration, testing, and validation.
Develop and manage project plans covering milestones, budgets, resources, dependencies, risks, and critical-path activities.
Coordinate cross-functional teams across software development, embedded systems, electronics, mechanical engineering, and systems engineering.
Manage project governance, including risks, issues, change control, status reporting, stakeholder communication, and escalation.
Work closely with software developers and technical leads to resolve blockers, manage development priorities, and ensure product functionality, quality, reliability, and performance.
Oversee software and hardware integration, verification, validation, and product trials, ensuring successful progression from R&D into a fully validated product.
To be successful, you should have:
Proven experience as an Engineering Project Manager delivering complex software R&D or software-intensive product development projects within robotics, automation, autonomous systems, or a related engineering environment.
Demonstrable experience managing product development lifecycles involving software and integrated hardware, with responsibility for project delivery from development through to testing and validation.
Strong experience managing project scope, schedules, budgets, resources, dependencies, risks, and stakeholder expectations across multidisciplinary engineering teams.
A solid technical understanding of software development lifecycles and integrated engineering systems, with the ability to work effectively alongside software developers and engineering leads.
Experience using Jira, Kanban boards, and project timelines to manage software development activities, engineering backlogs, and project delivery.
To apply for this Engineering Project Manager – Software R&D / Robotics opportunity based in Cambridge, please send your CV to NDrain@redlinegroup.Com or call 01582 878828.
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Head of EngineeringLocation: Trowbridge — site-basedSalary: Up to £100,000, dependent on experienceReporting to: Key member of the senior management teamThe opportunityWe’re seeking an experienced Head of Engineering to lead engineering across a large manufacturing site and contribute as a member of the Senior Management Team. This is a strategic, hands-on leadership role: you’ll shape the site’s engineering direction while building the capability, reliability and continuous-improvement culture needed to deliver long-term operational performance. Experience in liquid processing or manufacturing is advantageous, but not essential. We welcome applications from leaders with relevant engineering experience in other complex manufacturing environments.Key responsibilities
Set and deliver the site engineering strategy, aligned with business priorities and long-term investment plans.Lead engineering, maintenance and reliability activities to support safe, reliable and efficient production.Develop and embed continuous improvement across engineering and operations, using Lean, Six Sigma and other appropriate improvement methods.Use data, root-cause analysis and performance measures to identify opportunities and deliver sustainable results.Lead capital projects, asset care and lifecycle planning, managing scope, budgets, risks and delivery.Work collaboratively with production, quality, supply chain, finance and health and safety colleagues.Develop engineering capability through coaching, succession planning and effective team leadership.Promote high standards of safety, compliance, environmental responsibility and engineering governance.Contribute to site-wide and business-level decisions as part of the Senior Management Team.
About youYou’ll bring a strong engineering background and a track record of leading teams or functions in a manufacturing or similarly complex operational environment. You’ll be able to connect strategic priorities with practical delivery on site, and engage people at every level to make improvements that last.You’re likely to offer:
Significant engineering leadership experience in manufacturing, process or another relevant industrial setting.Experience developing and delivering engineering or asset-management strategy.MUST have demonstrable working knowledge of Six Sigma, Lean or comparable continuous-improvement approaches, with evidence of applying them effectively.Strong capability in reliability, maintenance, project delivery and performance improvement.Confidence using operational data and structured problem-solving to guide decisions.The ability to influence across functions and contribute to senior-level discussions.A practical, collaborative leadership style, with a focus on developing people and building effective teams.A relevant engineering qualification or equivalent professional experience.
Desirable
Experience in a FMCG manufacturing sector.Six Sigma qualification or other formal continuous-improvement training.Experience leading major capital investment or transformation programmes.
What we offer
salary of up to £100,000, depending on experience.The opportunity to shape engineering strategy at a large manufacturing site.A senior leadership role with meaningful scope to improve performance and develop the function.Fair and inclusive recruitment: We assess candidates on relevant skills, experience and potential. We welcome applications from people with varied career paths and backgrounds. This role is open to applicants with the experience and capability to meet its requirements, regardless of age or other protected characteristics.
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A position for an Optical Systems Engineer / Senior Optical Systems Engineer has become available with a leading developer and manufacturer of advanced photonics, optical systems, and precision technologies.
We are currently recruiting on behalf of a globally recognised engineering organisation that designs and delivers cutting-edge optical solutions for customers operating across aerospace, defence, life sciences, industrial, semiconductor, and scientific markets.
The Optical Systems Engineer / Senior Optical Systems Engineer role is available across Torquay, Southampton, and Northampton and will form part of a multidisciplinary engineering team responsible for the design, development, integration, and validation of complex optical and photonic systems.
These positions offer the opportunity to work on innovative technology programmes from concept through to production, collaborating with experts across optics, electronics, software, mechanical engineering, and manufacturing disciplines.
Candidates can be based at any of the three locations, with opportunities available for both experienced engineers and senior-level engineers looking to take on technical leadership responsibilities.
This role offers a varied mix of optical design, systems engineering, technology development, customer interaction, and technical problem-solving activities.
Ideal candidates for the Optical Systems Engineer / Senior Optical Systems Engineer role, based in Torquay, Southampton, and Northampton will have experience in:
Optical system design and development.
Photonics, laser systems, imaging systems, or optoelectronic technologies.
Translating customer requirements into technical specifications and system architectures.
Optical modelling, simulation, tolerance analysis, and performance optimisation.
Requirements capture, verification, validation, and systems engineering activities.
Supporting product development throughout the full engineering lifecycle.
Integrating and testing complex optical systems.
Working within multidisciplinary engineering environments.
Producing technical documentation, reports, specifications, and design reviews.
Investigating and resolving complex technical challenges.
Collaborating with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
Additional experience sought for Senior Optical Systems Engineers:
Leading complex optical engineering projects.
Providing technical leadership and mentoring junior engineers.
Acting as a subject matter expert within optics or photonics.
Supporting bids, proposals, and customer-facing technical discussions.
Leading design reviews and driving engineering best practice.
Managing technical risk and supporting project delivery.
The successful candidate will ideally possess:
A Degree, Master's, or PhD in Physics, Optics, Photonics, Optical Engineering, or a related discipline.
Experience developing optical, photonic, imaging, or laser-based systems.
Strong knowledge of geometrical optics, physical optics, laser technologies, and optical instrumentation.
Experience using optical simulation and design tools such as Zemax, Code V, FRED, or equivalent.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting abilities.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
The ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative engineering team.
Experience within aerospace, defence, semiconductor, life sciences, industrial, or scientific markets would be advantageous.
An understanding of systems engineering processes and product development lifecycles.
To apply for this Optical Systems Engineer / Senior Optical Systems Engineer opportunity across Torquay, Southampton, or Northampton, please contact Tony Broadhurst on 01582 878839 or email tbroadhurst@redlinegroup.Com.
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We are looking for a Senior Programme Manager to lead complex engineering projects from bid stage through to delivery. You will manage customer-funded development programmes, coordinate cross-functional teams, oversee budgets and schedules, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to customer expectations.
Key Responsibilities
Manage engineering projects throughout the full project lifecycle.
Lead project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management.
Act as the main point of contact for customers and internal stakeholders.
Coordinate engineering, operations, procurement, quality, and commercial teams.
Monitor project performance, financial forecasts, and programme progress.
Support bid preparation and project governance.
Manage subcontractors and ensure contractual obligations are met.
Requirements
Degree, HND, or equivalent experience in Project Management or Engineering.
Around five years of experience managing engineering or technical projects.
Strong knowledge of project planning, budgeting, risk management, and stakeholder communication.
Experience delivering projects from concept through to completion.
APM qualification is desirable.
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We are looking for a Senior Programme Manager to lead complex engineering projects from bid stage through to delivery. You will manage customer-funded development programmes, coordinate cross-functional teams, oversee budgets and schedules, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to customer expectations.
Key Responsibilities
Manage engineering projects throughout the full project lifecycle.
Lead project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management.
Act as the main point of contact for customers and internal stakeholders.
Coordinate engineering, operations, procurement, quality, and commercial teams.
Monitor project performance, financial forecasts, and programme progress.
Support bid preparation and project governance.
Manage subcontractors and ensure contractual obligations are met.
Requirements
Degree, HND, or equivalent experience in Project Management or Engineering.
Around five years of experience managing engineering or technical projects.
Strong knowledge of project planning, budgeting, risk management, and stakeholder communication.
Experience delivering projects from concept through to completion.
APM qualification is desirable.
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Trainee Engineer Wakefield £27,000 to £34,000 + Overtime + Bonus + Training + Progression
Turn your hands-on mechanical experience into a specialist engineering career where you can see the results of your work and continue learning. As a Trainee Engineer, you will work alongside experienced engineers, receive practical hydraulic training and develop your knowledge of pumps, motors, test equipment and mechanical systems.
Join a well-established engineering company that supplies, installs, services and repairs specialist hydraulic equipment across several industries. This is a genuine opportunity for a Trainee Engineer to learn a valuable trade, become a capable engineer and build a long-term future with a company that will invest in your development.
Your Role as a Trainee Engineer Will Include:
* Supporting existing experienced engineers * Assembling, stripping and rebuilding equipment * Completing practical mechanical fitting, servicing and repair work * Receiving training in hydraulic systems, testing and installation
As a Trainee Engineer You Will Need:
* Previous hands-on mechanical or engineering experience * Experience using hand tools and working with spanners * A genuine interest in developing an engineering career * Full UK driving license
Key words: Trainee Engineer, Junior Fitter, Engineering Apprentice, Mechanical Improver, Workshop Assistant, Entry Level Technician, Hydraulic Operative, Maintenance Labourer, School Leaver, College Graduate, Hands-On Learner
Please apply to Liam Martindill at Future Engineering Recruitment.
This vacancy is being advertised by Future Engineering Recruitment Ltd. The services of Future Engineering Recruitment Ltd are those of an Employment Agency. Please visit our website to view other positions we are currently handling.
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An established engineering organisation is looking for a Systems Engineer to join its team in Devon, supporting the development, integration and testing of complex engineering solutions for the naval sector.
Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will help ensure mechanical, electrical and software systems work together effectively, contributing to projects from requirements capture and system architecture through to verification, testing and acceptance.
The role also involves supporting installation, commissioning and acceptance trials aboard naval platforms, with relevant safety training provided.
Key Responsibilities
- Capture and manage system requirements.
- Support system architecture, design and safety analysis.
- Contribute to technical risk management and engineering plans.
- Develop test specifications and gather verification evidence.
- Produce procurement specifications and technical reports.
- Participate in design reviews and environmental qualification planning.
- Support system integration, commissioning and acceptance activities.
Essential Requirements
- Degree in Engineering or a physical science.
- 13 years of engineering experience.
- Strong understanding of Systems Engineering principles.
- Multidisciplinary knowledge across mechanical, electrical and software engineering.
- Excellent communication, report-writing and problem-solving skills.
- A methodical approach and strong attention to detail.
Desirable: Experience with requirements management tools such as DOORS, Visure or R4J; JIRA; safety analysis; complex product development; or maritime and naval systems.
What\'s on Offer?
- Hybrid and flexible working.
- 37.5-hour week with an early finish on Fridays.
- 28 days' annual leave plus Christmas closure.
- Pension contributions matched up to 5%.
- Private healthcare-related benefits, income protection and life assurance.
- Employee discounts, wellbeing initiatives and electric vehicle salary sacrifice.
- Learning and development opportunities.
- Free on-site parking.
Security Requirements
Candidates must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance and demonstrate at least five years of UK residency, alongside the required identity, employment history and right-to-work checks.
Interested? Apply now to find out more about this Systems Engineering opportunity.
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Working with our client now requires an Engineering Maintenance Manager to join one of their sites in the Grays area. Within the position you will take engineering to the next level for production, quality and overall efficiency. This presents an outstanding opportunity for a high calibre Engineering Manager / Maintenance Manager to transfer knowledge and experience from other or similar industries of heavy industy. Looking for the right Engineering Manager who has experience of Engineering and people development.
Through taking control of maintenance, you will be required to build and develop a maintenance team, utilising TPM Tools and Techniques to generate Continuous Improvement across all areas of Manufacturing capability, minimising reactive maintenance activities and making improvements to planned maintenance activities where possible. You will be reporting directly into the Site Manager working as part of a highly talented management team driven to deliver exceptional results
What’s in it for you as an Engineering Maintenance Manager;
A salary of up to £85,000
Car Allowance of £7,500
Annual KPI Driven Bonus
Employee Benefits Program
Location - Grays/Essex
Company Pension Allowance
Monday - Friday days based position
Experience and Qualifications Required as an Engineering Maintenance Manager;
A recognised Engineering qualification – Mechanical or Electrical
Demonstrable experience of managing and leading teams of maintenance engineers within an engineering department.
Demonstrable experience of the application of TPM within a process related manufacturing environment
A strong appreciation of the importance of safe working practices and health and safety within a manufacturing environment
Experience of departmental budgeting & cost control - Desirable
Our client aims to operate to world-class standards and the successful candidate will be required to commit to a focused programme of training and development which will include as a minimum: ILM Programme (Management and Leadership). Health & Safety Management Training IEMA – Environmental Management NVQ in Business Improvement....Read more...
