Mechanical Engineering Manager
Posted 1 day ago by Chroma Recruitment
£50 Per hour
Outside
Undetermined
Blackburn, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Mechanical Engineering Manager role involves leading a multi-disciplinary engineering team to deliver precise engineering packages for machinery projects. The position requires collaboration with cross-functional teams and a focus on continuous improvement while maintaining engineering standards. The role reports to the Technical Director and emphasizes performance and timely delivery. Candidates should possess significant experience in machine design and proficiency in relevant engineering software.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and develop a multi-disciplinary engineering team.
- Oversee design output, drawings, and BOMs for on-time delivery.
- Maintain engineering standards and team training plans.
- Support SolidWorks implementation and design-for-manufacture improvements.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and lead key improvement projects.
Key Skills:
- Degree or HNC/ONC in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
- Proven leadership and communication skills.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in machine design.
- Proficient in SolidWorks, PDM, and ERP systems (IFS or similar).
- OEM or machinery manufacturing experience preferred.
Salary (Rate): £50.00/hr
City: Blackburn
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Engineering
About the Role
Contract Role - Outside IR35
We’re looking for an experienced Engineering Manager to lead a team delivering accurate and timely engineering packages for machinery projects. Reporting to the Technical Director, you’ll drive performance, uphold standards, and support continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and develop a multi-disciplinary engineering team.
- Oversee design output, drawings, and BOMs for on-time delivery.
- Maintain engineering standards and team training plans.
- Support SolidWorks implementation and design-for-manufacture improvements.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and lead key improvement projects.
About You
Degree or HNC/ONC in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent). Proven leadership and communication skills. Minimum 5 years’ experience in machine design. Proficient in SolidWorks, PDM, and ERP systems (IFS or similar). OEM or machinery manufacturing experience preferred.
Interested? If you have the skills and experience for this Mechanical Engineering Manager role, apply now with an up-to-date CV, or contact Luke Adamson for more details. Know someone perfect for this role? Refer them! Chroma Recruitment operates a referral scheme. Chroma Recruitment is acting as an employment business regarding this position.