A global leader in heavy industrial thermoprocessing solutions is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead its Pyro and Ferrous Product Engineering function. This is a high-impact, strategic leadership role responsible for guiding a multidisciplinary engineering team, predominately Process, CFD and Combustion.
You will drive innovation, elevate engineering standards, and strengthen the technical capability of a team delivering complex combustion and pyroprocessing equipment used in demanding industrial applications.
The Opportunity
As Engineering Manager, you will:
* Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing engineering team across the UK and US.
* Drive product development, R&D initiatives, and technical excellence across pyroprocessing and combustion product lines.
* Oversee engineering delivery from concept through to site involvement, ensuring quality, timelines, and commercial performance are met.
* Implement best-in-class engineering tools, processes, and project management methodologies.
* Collaborate closely with operations, proposals, services, and project teams to support both new product development and complex engineered-to-order projects.
* Manage resources effectively across a hybrid, multidisciplinary environment.
* Travel internationally up to 15%.
What You’ll Lead
* 15 engineers across High Wycombe and the US
* R&D, product development, combustion and CFD engineering, proposal support, and project execution
* A team navigating complex matrix engineering challenges and global product responsibilities
What You Bring
* Engineering degree with 10+ years of relevant experience
* At least 5 years leading engineering teams
* Strong background in plant engineering, ideally with experience of thermo applications
* Experience with SAP, Inventor/CAD tools, and engineering data management systems (EDM)
* A leadership style rooted in coaching, influence, and cultural improvement
* Proven capability managing complex engineering portfolios and balancing technical and commercial priorities
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across global teams
What we offer:
Opportunity to shape both the technical direction and cultural evolution of a key global engineering function, in an open culture which focuses on personal and professional development.
Benefits:
* Car Allowance
* Pension match up to 10% by employer
* Health Insurance
* Home office allowance
* Hybrid working
and more!
If you’d like to explore the role further, or discuss whether it could be a fit, please get in touch at ben@grtalentsolutions.com