Are you a visionary and accomplished Engineering Manager ready to take on a pivotal leadership position, driving innovation and operational excellence within a cutting:edge manufacturing environment? Do you thrive on empowering teams, implementing strategic technological advancements, and making a significant impact on an organisations success? We are seeking an exceptional Head of Engineering to lead our critical operations in Ipswich.
This is more than a management role; its an opportunity to shape the future of our manufacturing capabilities. You will be a core member of our senior leadership, tasked with developing and executing engineering strategies that will redefine our productivity, quality standards, and technological footprint.
Why This Leadership Opportunity is Unique:
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Elite Compensation Package: A highly attractive basic salary of GBP67,500 per annum, complemented by a substantial performance:related bonus scheme and a comprehensive suite of executive:level benefits, designed to reward your strategic impact.
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Dedicated Day Shifts: Enjoy the clarity and balance of a consistent Monday to Friday day shift, allowing for focused leadership and a high quality of personal life.
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Strategic Impact and Autonomy: You will be empowered to define and implement our engineering roadmap, leading major capital projects, championing new technologies, and driving continuous improvement across all facets of our manufacturing process.
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Inspire and Develop Talent: Lead, mentor, and foster the professional growth of a highly skilled and dedicated team of engineers and technicians. Cultivate a culture of technical mastery, safety, and proactive problem:solving.
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Advanced Technological Landscape: Work at the forefront of industrial engineering, engaging with state:of:the:art automation, advanced robotics, sophisticated control systems, and data:driven maintenance methodologies.
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Direct Business Contribution: Your strategic decisions and operational improvements will directly enhance efficiency, reduce costs, improve product quality, and contribute significantly to our bottom line and growth objectives.
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Ipswich Lifestyle: Located in a dynamic and developing town, Ipswich offers an excellent quality of life with good transport links, a vibrant community, and access to beautiful Suffolk countryside.
Who We Are Seeking: The Strategic Leader and Innovator
We are looking for a highly seasoned engineering professional with a blend of deep technical knowledge, outstanding leadership qualities, and a proven track record in a demanding manufacturing environment.
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Senior Leadership Experience: Extensive experience (typically 7+ years) in a Head of Engineering, Engineering Manager, or equivalent senior technical leadership role within a high:volume, advanced manufacturing or processing industry.
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Operational Excellence Expert: Demonstrable success in deploying and embedding lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, TPM, or other world:class manufacturing principles to achieve significant, measurable improvements.
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Broad Technical Authority: Comprehensive multi:skilled background covering mechanical, electrical, automation (advanced PLC, SCADA, HMI), industrial robotics, and modern control systems.
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Proven Project Management: Exceptional ability to lead and deliver complex multi:disciplinary engineering projects on time and within budget, from initial concept through to successful commissioning.
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Exceptional People Leadership: A natural leader with a strong ability to motivate, develop, and manage diverse engineering teams effectively, fostering a collaborative and high:performance culture.
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Education: A Bachelors degree in Engineering (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Manufacturing) is essential. A Masters degree or Chartered Engineer (CEng) status is highly desirable.
Ready to Lead and Innovate in Ipswich?
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