Location: Cambridge (CB25)
Type: Permanent
Hours: 37 hour week, early finish on a Friday, (5-days in the office)
Salary: Up to £90,000 per annum dependent on experience
Job Reference: 35989
We are seeking an experienced Head of Mechanical Engineering to lead our client's mechanical engineering function based a few miles north of Cambridge. You will play a key role in the design, development and delivery of consumer products working with cross-functional teams across the business.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the mechanical engineering team in the development and maintenance of a diverse product portfolio
- Oversee the design, development and testing of mechanical components and systems
- Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing and other departments to deliver successful product outcomes
- Ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget
- Develop and implement departmental standards, policies and procedures
- Mentor team members and support professional development
- Drive innovation and continuous improvement within the mechanical engineering function
- Stay current with trends and advancements in mechanical engineering and portable product development
- Monitor and report against key performance indicators (KPIs)
Requirements:
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline (Master's degree preferred)
- Proven leadership experience within a mechanical engineering department
- Strong background in consumer product development
- Extensive knowledge of mechanical systems, manufacturing processes and injection moulding
- Proficiency in CAD design tools (2D/3D) such as Creo or SolidWorks
- Experience with mechanical simulation tools such as ANSYS
- Excellent communication, leadership and project management skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
- Strong organisational skills and a methodical, analytical approach to problem-solving
- Experience developing and managing KPIs
- Ability to identify, implement and monitor innovative engineering solutions
- Strong IT skills
- Passion for inspiring a culture of continuous improvement
- This role includes occasional travel. You should hold a full, clean driving licence and have access to a vehicle. Travel expenses will be reimbursed.
Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below