Electrical engineering manager

Electrical Engineering ManagerDungannon, Northern Ireland | Office-Based£70,000+ DOE + Outstanding Benefits Package Lead the Future of Engineering InnovationAre you an experienced Electrical Engineering leader ready to take ownership of complex engineering projects, drive innovation, and shape the next generation of industry-leading equipment?We are seeking an exceptional Electrical Engineering Manager to lead a talented engineering team within a highly respected manufacturing environment. This is a rare opportunity to play a pivotal role in the design, development and delivery of advanced equipment solutions while influencing strategic engineering decisions across the business.If you thrive in a fast-paced OEM or manufacturing environment and enjoy leading high-performing teams, delivering technical excellence, and driving continuous improvement, this could be the career-defining opportunity you've been looking for. The OpportunityAs Electrical Engineering Manager, you will provide technical and operational leadership across multiple engineering projects, ensuring the successful development, validation and release of innovative products into production.You will lead a skilled engineering team, oversee project delivery, drive engineering best practice and act as a key technical authority within the organisation.This position offers significant influence across engineering strategy, product development, manufacturing integration and continuous improvement initiatives. Key ResponsibilitiesEngineering Leadership & Project DeliveryLead and develop the electrical engineering teamOversee projects from concept through to production releaseManage engineering resources across multiple programmesEnsure projects are delivered on time, within scope and budgetProvide expert technical leadership on complex engineering challengesSupport new product development and product enhancement initiativesConduct performance reviews and support employee developmentDrive a culture of accountability, innovation and technical excellenceSupport recruitment and succession planning activitiesEngineering Governance & Technical AuthorityEnsure compliance with relevant engineering standards and regulationsApprove electrical designs, calculations, specifications and technical documentationLead design review processes throughout the product lifecycleOversee engineering change management activitiesEnsure robust verification and validation testing is completed before production releaseManufacturing & Operational IntegrationEnsure designs are optimised for manufacture, assembly and serviceabilityCollaborate closely with manufacturing teams to resolve production challengesSupport value engineering and cost reduction initiativesWork with supply chain teams to improve standardisation and supplier integrationInnovation & Continuous ImprovementImprove engineering processes, systems and workflowsPromote design standardisation and modular engineering approachesIdentify opportunities to enhance product performance, reliability and sustainabilityDevelop and monitor engineering KPIs covering quality, efficiency, delivery and cost About YouYou are a proven engineering leader with a strong technical background and a passion for delivering high-quality engineering solutions.Essential RequirementsDegree qualified in Electrical Engineering or a related disciplineSignificant experience designing electrical systems for heavy equipment, mobile machinery, vehicles or similar productsMinimum 7 years' leadership experience within an engineering functionStrong understanding of manufacturing and OEM environmentsExperience managing projects throughout the full product development lifecycleKnowledge of electrical integration, machine controls and complex system designExperience using CAD and electrical design platforms such as EPlan, SolidWorks Electrical, AutoCAD Electrical, DraftSight or similarStrong understanding of engineering documentation and change control processesExcellent communication, leadership and stakeholder management skillsPersonal AttributesStrong technical judgement and attention to detailCommercially aware with an understanding of manufacturing cost driversProactive and solutions-focusedAnalytical, structured and data-drivenAble to inspire, mentor and develop engineering talentComfortable managing multiple priorities within a dynamic environment What's on Offer?Salary of £70,000+ depending on experienceAnnual bonus schemesAnnual salary reviews30 days holidayEnhanced maternity and paternity benefitsHealth Cash PlanDeath in Service coverFlexi-time workingEarly finish every FridayGym membership discountsSalary sacrifice schemesHigh street discountsFree Will Writing ServiceBranded clothing allowanceFully funded Summer and Christmas eventsFundraising and social eventsBereavement leaveParental leaveLong-term career development opportunities Ready to Make an Impact?This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious Electrical Engineering Manager to join a forward-thinking organisation where your expertise, leadership and ideas will directly influence future product development and business success.Apply today to explore a confidential conversation about this exciting opportunity.WHJS1_NI