Electrical Engineering Manager
Stoke-on-Trent | £60,000 – £70,000 | 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.