An international engineering company are seeking an experienced Technical Manager to join their UK operations. This is a senior leadership role based out of their Fife office, acting as the technical authority across the UK business, supporting a wide range of high-spec products including subsea, MOD, precision machined and welded components. This position would suit a driven and experienced Technical Manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys combining hands-on engineering knowledge with strategic leadership. As the Technical Manager you will: Lead and manage the UK technical team in line with business objectives Support sales and operations with technical expertise to meet client requirements Drive R&D and continuous improvement across the business Ensure compliance with relevant standards, including ISO 3834 Manage and develop external test house and technical supply chain Support tendering activity, including technical reviews and client engagement Oversee technical input into bids, contracts, and customer negotiations Lead technical investigations and support quality processes (RCCA) Manage departmental budgets and performance Deliver technical presentations to clients and internal stakeholders Provide engineering and metallurgical support across all UK business units Contribute to monthly management meetings and reporting. We are looking for a Technical Manager with: Degree-qualified in Engineering (Mechanical, Metallurgy or similar) Strong background in oil & gas, pipelines, materials, or corrosion resistance Proven experience in a Technical Manager or senior engineering role Hands-on knowledge of welding, machining, and materials Experience leading teams and managing technical functions Strong communication skills with the ability to engage at all levels Right to work in the UK and live within a commutable distance of Fife IWE / EWE or MSc in Welding Engineering Chartered or Incorporated Engineer (CEng / IEng) Degree in Metallurgy or Mechanical Engineering You will receive: Competitive salary (dependent on experience) 33 days holiday (including public holidays) Employer pension contribution Private healthcare Life insurance Long-term career development within a global business To be considered for this role, you must live within a commutable distance of Fife and have the right to work in the UK. If you are looking for a role where you can genuinely influence engineering direction and business performance, this is a fantastic opportunity to step into a key leadership position click apply now. Candidate Source Ltd is an advertising agency. Once you have submitted your application it will be passed to the third party Recruiter who is responsible for processing your application. This will include holding and sharing your personal data, our legal basis for this is legitimate interest subject to your declared interest in a job. Our privacy policy can be found on our website and we can be contacted to confirm who your application has been forwarded to.