Job Description
Electrical Engineering Manager
Stoke-on-Trent | £60,000 - £65,000 | Permanent
Join KO2's client a global leader in advanced inspection technology and take charge of a team solving some of the most complex and technically fascinating engineering challenges in the industry.
KO2 are looking for a highly capable Electrical Engineering Manager to lead our talented team of Electrical and PLC Engineers, working on large-scale, high-power X-ray systems. Based full-time in Stoke-on-Trent site, you'll have real responsibility and the opportunity to shape innovative product solutions used around the world.
This isn't just another management role-it's an opportunity to work at the bleeding edge of industrial X-ray technology, overseeing the design of complex electrical systems and control panels. You'll manage a team of 7 engineers (5 UK-based, 2 in the US) across product lifecycles, from concept to continuous improvement.
What You'll Do:
* Lead and manage the electrical and PLC engineering team (7 engineers total).
* Drive delivery across New Product Introduction, R&D, and ongoing product enhancement.
* Allocate and oversee work assigned by dedicated project managers.
* Review and sign-off complex electrical designs (EPlan-based).
* Provide technical leadership with strong support from Principal Engineers (UK & US-based).
* Hold regular 1-to-1s, mentor team members, and support career development.
* Represent the electrical function in cross-functional engineering reviews.
* Contribute to business strategy, market exploration, and continuous improvement.
* Occasional travel to the US (up to 4x per year).
What You'll Bring:
* Background in electrical/electronic engineering (BEng minimum, MSc preferred).
* Strong experience in electrical design (EPlan essential), especially high-power and control circuits.
* Experience in control panel design and supporting PLC systems.
* Previous line management experience (min. 5 years) leading engineering teams.
* Ability to guide, mentor, and challenge early-career engineers.
* Solid understanding of CE, ANSI, UL, CSA directives and safety standards.
* Design-for-manufacture and production engineering experience is a plus.
What KO2's client offer;
* A truly technically challenging and rewarding leadership role.
* Full ownership of the electrical engineering group.
* A strong technical team with Principal Engineers to support you.
* Flexible working for life admin needs, while being site-based.
* A company culture grounded in Integrity, Innovation, Accountability and Teamwork.
Interested?
If you're an experienced engineering leader with a solid electrical background-perhaps someone who's moved off the tools into team management-this role could be a perfect fit.
Apply now to join a company where your leadership will directly influence cutting-edge engineering solutions with global impact.
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