Manager, Mechanical Engineer

Chief Engineer – Mechanical Engineering | Birmingham (Hybrid) DOE - open to a sensible conversation We're looking for an exceptional Chief Engineer to lead high-complexity mechanical engineering projects across transmission, driveline and actuation systems, driving technical excellence, client relationships, and the development of those around you. Deliver technical work packages and projects to margin, being accountable to the operations board for outcomes Lead multi-person and cross-functional projects through their full development cycle Propose innovative R&D projects to the CTO and develop new market-leading solutions Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key accounts to build and sustain revenue streams Play an active role in the quality system, continuously improving technical and procedural capabilities Mentor and develop others in drawing standards, technical reporting and professional growth Manage complex proposals and quotes, defining project strategy while mitigating technical and commercial risk ✅ Extensive experience developing transmission systems across at least two sectors: automotive, aerospace, off-highway, commercial vehicle, defence, clean energy and/or marine High competency in design and CAE analysis of rotating systems Strong track record of system integration projects delivered to scope and quality A history of solving complex problems through new techniques, and coaching others to do the same Experience managing large, multi-disciplinary projects through their complete development lifecycle Working knowledge of key drivetrain software, SMT MASTA, Romax, Creo, UGNX, CATIA, Amesim, Recurdyn, MATLAB, Altair and/or Ansys Commercial acumen with experience in generating and managing opportunities to successful conclusion Competitive salary, annual reviews & bonus ~25 days holiday + holiday purchase scheme ~ Private healthcare & EV car scheme (post-probation) ~ Life assurance & employee assistance programme ~ Free parking, fruit, tea & coffee ~ Flexible start and finish times Based in the UK | Full-time