Job Title: Head of Engineering Location: Bedlington Salary: Very competitve The Company: Theo James is proud to be supporting a company in Bedlington with their search for a dynamic and experienced Head of Engineering. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established and forward-thinking Senior Leadership Team, where you’ll collaborate closely with Engineering Managers across the business to shape and drive long-term strategy and development. With a supportive structure that fosters change, this role provides an opportunity to make an immediate and meaningful impact by leveraging your experience, knowledge, and leadership skills. If you have a proven track record of strategic success and managing Engineering Managers, we want to hear from you. Job Description: * Lead the design and improvement of processes, including thick film printing, laser processing, die bonding, wire bonding, silver sintering, and testing to maximize equipment efficiency and effectiveness. * Drive continuous improvements in production yields. * Oversee the selection, installation, optimization, and upkeep of all manufacturing equipment. * Ensure full compliance of all manufacturing processes with AS9100 and relevant aerospace standards. * Assess and integrate advanced manufacturing technologies such as Industry 4.0, robotics, and AI-based quality control systems. * Lead, mentor, and develop a high-perfo...