Team : 5 direct (3 Technical Engineers, 1 Automation Manager + 1 Technician) You will lead and develop our engineering and automation teams, working closely with the sales and project management functions. The role requires someone who can engage commercially, translate client needs into engineered solutions, and deliver design-level input into high-value capital projects. Collaborate with Sales : Provide expert engineering support on capital sales projects before order confirmation, ensuring feasibility and accuracy
Manage the Engineering Function : Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of engineers and automation specialists
Bridge Teams : Act as the vital link between Sales, Engineering, and Project Delivery to maintain seamless communication and execution
Support in CAD/Design : Use SolidWorks to support layout/design work as needed
Oversee Project Handover : Guide the transition of engineering solutions from design into live project delivery
Commercial Mindset : Make decisions aligned with cost, customer, and commercial expectations
Strong commercial awareness with ability to engage in pre-sales project discussions
Proficient with SolidWorks (or similar CAD)
A customer-first mindset with attention to quality and delivery
Comfortable in a fast-paced, multi-project SME environment
Ideally degree-qualified in mechanical or systems engineering
Bonus if you have experience with :
Solidworks
Microsoft Business Central / Navision
Capital machinery, plastics, temperature control or process industries
Competitive salary – up to £55,000 DOE
~25 days holiday + bank holidays (plus up to 5 extra for service)
~ Laptop & mobile phone
~5% company pension (4% employee)
~ Private GP access & mental health support
~ Access to financial advisers & wellbeing platforms
Summit Systems are an award-winning, fast-growing provider of plastics ancillary equipment, recycling systems, and industrial temperature control solutions. We pride ourselves on quality, commitment, and long-term partnerships – both with clients and our team.
If you thrive in a dynamic environment and want your technical expertise to make a commercial difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Steve Grimsley at Summit Systems for an informal, confidential chat.
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