Engineering Manager

Job Title: Engineering Manager Location: North East Salary: Highly Competitive The Company: A respected and growing manufacturing business with an international footprint, operating within a technically advanced and highly regulated environment. The organisation is known for its commitment to quality, innovation, and continuous improvement, supported by strong investment in both technology and people. Job Description: An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Engineering Manager to take ownership of site engineering activities and long-term strategy. This role is central to ensuring the reliability and performance of manufacturing operations, while driving improvements across maintenance, projects, and overall operational efficiency. Working as part of the senior leadership team, you will be responsible for shaping engineering direction, delivering key projects, and fostering a proactive, improvement-led culture across the function. Key responsibilities include: Establishing and evolving maintenance frameworks that maximise equipment uptime and operational efficiency Leading the planning and execution of engineering and capital investment projects across the site Overseeing site facilities and ensuring all infrastructure is maintained to a high standard Managing third-party suppliers and contractors to support engineering and site services Promoting a culture of continuous improvement, embedding best practices across engineering and production Ensuring all engineering activities align with health, safety, and regulatory requirements Partnering with internal teams, including product development, to support innovation and process enhancements Using data and performance metrics to identify opportunities for optimisation and drive improvements Leading, mentoring, and developing an engaged and high-performing engineering team Skills Required: * Strong background in engineering leadership within a manufacturing environment * Experience developing maintenance strategies that improve reliability and reduce downtime * Proven track record of delivering engineering or capital projects successfully * Engineering qualification (mechanical, electrical, or related discipline) * Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean or similar approaches Why Should You Apply? A strategic leadership role with genuine influence over site performance and direction Opportunity to join a progressive organisation focused on continuous improvement Exposure to a wide range of engineering challenges and projects Supportive environment that encourages development and progression Chance to make a tangible impact within a well-invested manufacturing operation