Job Description
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Engineering Project Team Leader
Manufacturing | Days Only | £50,000 + 10% Bonus | Private Healthcare
We are recruiting an experienced Engineering Project Team Leader to lead a multidisciplinary engineering function within a growing manufacturing business. This role would suit a strong project-focused engineer with either a mechanical or electronics background who enjoys leading teams, delivering complex projects, and shaping product development from concept through to production.
This is a days-only, Monday-Friday role offering long-term career progression in a technically advanced and stable environment.
The RoleLeadership & Team Management
* Lead, develop, and motivate a multidisciplinary team across R&D, design, and production engineering
* Provide clear strategic direction for engineering projects with effective resource planning
* Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards
* Lead recruitment, training, and succession planning within the engineering function
Product Design & Development
* Manage the full product lifecycle from concept and prototyping through to testing, certification, and manufacturing handover
* Ensure products meet ventilation, energy efficiency, and safety standards
* Translate customer and commercial requirements into practical engineering solutions
Technical & Regulatory Oversight
* Ensure compliance with industry regulations, building standards, and environmental directives
* Oversee product testing, validation, and certification processes
* Manage external relationships with suppliers, test houses, and certification bodies
About You
* Degree-qualified xsngvjr in Mechanical, Electronics, or Manufacturing Engineering (or equivalent)
* 6+ years' engineering experience, including 2+ years in a leadership role
* Strong project management capability within a manufacturing environment
* Solid experience using CAD (SolidWorks preferred)
* Knowledge of relevant manufacturing standards and regulatory compliance
Package & Benefits
* Salary: Up to £50,000 + 10% bonus
* Hours: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm (37.5 hours)
* Holidays: 25 days + bank holidays
* Private healthcare