Engineering Manager
đź“Ť Poole, Dorset
đź’Ľ Full-time | Competitive Salary + Benefits
Are you a technically astute leader ready to bring a fresh approach to engineering management? Working in collaboration with our client, we are seeking an Engineering Manager to join our clients established Engineering Team in Poole, Dorset — They are looking for someone who combines strategic vision with hands-on design expertise and the ability to guide a team positively and confidently through both challenge and change.
🔹 About the Role: As Engineering Manager, you’ll lead a team of design engineers, with confident direction. You’ll be responsible for mentoring, performance management, and setting a high technical standard, while fostering a positive and productive working environment.
Your role will involve:
Leading the design engineering team with a clear, modern strategy
Setting the tone with a fresh, proactive leadership style
Coaching, mentoring, and managing a diverse team with professionalism and energy
Reviewing and signing off on complex design work
Championing continuous improvement and innovation
Supporting and enforcing project time lines and quality standards🔹 About You:
A resilient and approachable leader who can manage strong personalities and stakeholder relationships as well as inspire performance
Comfortable with change and eager to implement new ideas and strategies
Strong background in mechanical design engineering, with the ability to be hands-on when needed
Proficient in CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar)
Degree-qualified in Engineering or a related discipline
Excellent communicator with a confident, collaborative approach
Capable of balancing technical authority with team empathy and support
Global engineering management/ presence would be an advantage🔹 Why work for this business?
Opportunity to shape a growing department with modern leadership
A chance to make a genuine impact through innovation and strategic thinking
A supportive company culture that values both technical excellence and emotional intelligence
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
Based in the beautiful coastal town of Poole, Dorset, with a strong local engineering presence
Apply today and help shape the future of engineering in Dorset. You can apply directly or get in touch (url removed)