Engineering Manager – TipTopJob
Are you a visionary and accomplished Engineering Manager ready to take on a pivotal leadership position, driving innovation and operational excellence within a cutting‑edge manufacturing environment? Do you thrive on empowering teams, implementing strategic technological advancements and making a significant impact on an organisation’s success? We are seeking an exceptional Head of Engineering to lead our critical operations in Ipswich.
This is more than a management role; it’s an opportunity to shape the future of our manufacturing capabilities. You will be a core member of our senior leadership team, tasked with developing and executing engineering strategies that will redefine our productivity, quality standards and technological footprint.
Why This Leadership Opportunity Is Unique
* Elite Compensation Package: A highly attractive basic salary of GBP67,500 per annum, complemented by a substantial performance‑related bonus scheme and a comprehensive suite of executive‑level benefits, designed to reward your strategic impact.
* Dedicated Day Shifts: Enjoy the clarity and balance of a consistent Monday to Friday day shift, allowing you to focus on leadership and maintain a high quality of personal life.
* Strategic Impact and Autonomy: You will be empowered to define and implement our engineering roadmap, lead major capital projects, champion new technologies and drive continuous improvement across all facets of our manufacturing process.
* Inspire and Develop Talent: Lead, mentor, and foster the professional growth of a highly skilled and dedicated team of engineers and technicians. Cultivate a culture of technical mastery, safety and proactive problem‑solving.
* Advanced Technological Landscape: Work at the forefront of industrial engineering, engaging with state‑of‑the‑art automation, advanced robotics, sophisticated control systems and data‑driven maintenance methodologies.
* Direct Business Contribution: Your strategic decisions and operational improvements will directly enhance efficiency, reduce costs, improve product quality and contribute significantly to our bottom line and growth objectives.
* Ipswich Lifestyle: Located in a dynamic and developing town, Ipswich offers an excellent quality of life with good transport links, a vibrant community and access to beautiful Suffolk countryside.
Qualifications
* Senior Leadership Experience: Extensive experience (typically 7+ years) in a Head of Engineering, Engineering Manager or equivalent senior technical leadership role within a high‑volume, advanced manufacturing or processing industry.
* Operational Excellence Expert: Demonstrable success in deploying and embedding lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, TPM or other world‑class manufacturing principles to achieve significant, measurable improvements.
* Broad Technical Authority: Comprehensive multi‑skilled background covering mechanical, electrical, automation (advanced PLC, SCADA, HMI), industrial robotics and modern control systems.
* Proven Project Management: Exceptional ability to lead and deliver complex multi‑disciplinary engineering projects on time and within budget, from initial concept through to successful commissioning.
* Exceptional People Leadership: A natural leader with a strong ability to motivate, develop and manage diverse engineering teams effectively, fostering a collaborative and high‑performance culture.
* Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Manufacturing) is essential. A Master’s degree or Chartered Engineer (CEng) status is highly desirable.
Benefits
* Competitive Compensation and Bonus Structure.
* Consistent Monday to Friday day shifts.
* Strategic autonomy in engineering roadmap and capital projects.
* Leadership development and mentorship opportunities.
* Access to cutting‑edge industrial technologies.
* Contribution to business growth and efficiency.
* High quality of life in Ipswich.
Ready to lead and innovate in Ipswich? If you meet the above criteria and are eager to shape the future of manufacturing at TipTopJob, we invite you to apply.
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