Job Description
Product & Supply Chain Engineering Manager (Operations Support)
Location: Hybrid – Tewkesbury, UK
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
I am currently recruiting for a Product & Supply Chain Engineering Manager on behalf of my client, a global leader in advanced engineering solutions. Based in Tewkesbury, this is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineering leader to take ownership of a critical operations support function—driving continuous improvement, process excellence, and cross-functional collaboration across production and supply chain activities.
This role will lead a team of engineers focused on resolving complex technical challenges related to the design, assembly, and testing of high-precision components in a regulated manufacturing environment. It combines strategic leadership with hands-on engineering problem-solving.
Why my client?
* £45 million site investment with state-of-the-art facilities
* Profit share and employee share schemes
* Supportive career development and training programs
* Fantastic benefits package
* Diverse, inclusive workplace with a focus on wellbeing and innovation
What’s in it for you?
This fixed-term role offers the chance to join a highly respected aerospace organisation with a fantastic work culture built on collaboration and technical excellence.
You'll benefit from a supportive team environment and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
* 33 days annual leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
* Private Medical Insurance
* Life Assurance and Company Pension (starting at 6%)
* Flexible benefits scheme and employee share options
* Free onsite parking and EV charging
* Mental health support and financial wellbeing resources
Key Responsibilities
* Analyse production data to improve quality, delivery performance, and cost efficiency
* Lead investigations into product integrity and performance issues; collaborate with suppliers and customers
* Act as MRB authority and approve technical documentation
* Drive root cause investigations and implement corrective actions across operations
* Develop and implement assembly & test (A&T) strategies to align with business and team objectives
* Partner with supply chain to address supplier quality issues and manage component obsolescence
* Support NPI initiatives, particularly around A&T automation and digital integration
* Collaborate with site leadership to achieve delivery and performance goals
* Mentor, train, and develop engineering talent, supporting technical and professional growth
Candidate Profile
* 10+ years of engineering experience, ideally within aerospace, automotive, or other high-reliability industries
* Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (or equivalent hands-on experience)
* Expertise in mechanical/hydraulic systems and interpretation of complex engineering designs
* Proven track record in team leadership and technical mentoring
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills across engineering, operations, and supply chain functions
* Experience working within regulated industries, preferably aerospace
* Proficient in problem-solving methodologies (e.g. root cause analysis, 8D, DMAIC) and process improvement tools (LEAN, Six Sigma)
* Skilled in project planning, product transfer, and data-driven decision-making
If you're a proven engineering leader with a passion for continuous improvement and team development in a complex manufacturing environment, I’d love to hear from you.