Head of Engineering
Competitive Salary
Barnsley
Elevation Recruitment Group are working with a heavy engineering company near Barnsley to recruit a Head of Engineering.
This is a hands-on leadership role focused on developing a team of multi-skilled engineers, standardising design processes, driving performance, and supporting the implementation of a new ERP system.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide strong leadership to a multi-disciplinary team
* Standardise and optimise design processes, ensuring alignment with BOM structures and the ERP system
* Rationalise current engineering practices to improve efficiency, consistency, and quality
* Lead cross-disciplinary design review meetings and drive lessons learned implementation
* Take hands-on ownership of design process innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
* Ensure adherence to health & safety, quality, and ISO standards
* Review and implement new technologies and design tools to maintain competitive advantage
* Deliver projects against deadlines within a fast-paced, bespoke engineering environment
We are keen to speak with Engineering Managers / Head of Engineering with the following:
* Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
* Strong technical understanding of mechanical engineering principles
* Experience working with heavy, bespoke machinery or complex engineered products
* Proven ability to lead and develop engineering teams
* Demonstrated experience delivering results against deadlines
* Hands-on leadership experience with the ability to grow and shape a team
* Experience managing, mentoring, and coaching engineers
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Apply now or for more information on this Head of Engineering role, please contact Ian Bruce