Engineering Manager

Cammach are recruiting for a passionate engineering professional looking to make the next step and take on an exciting role for an established, progressive engineering and manufacturing company.

ROLE

• The main purpose of the role is to be responsible for managing a skilled team, overseeing the full lifecycle of mechanical systems and product development, and ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest technical standards.
• Play a customer-facing role, supporting bids and quotations with technical input and helping shape engineering solutions that meet client requirements.
• Collaborate closely with sales, operations and procurement to drive engineering excellence and continuous improvement across the business

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Lead and manage the engineering team, ensuring alignment with project requirements and deadlines.
• Oversee engineering designs, drawings, and documentation from concept through to final delivery.
• Conduct regular design reviews and engineering meetings to monitor progress and resolve technical challenges.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable legislation, industry standards, and client specifications.
• Collaborate with 3rd party certification bodies as necessary.
• Support the sales team with technical input for bids, quotes, and customer-specific requirements.
• Maintain engineering records and the parts database accurately and efficiently.

Project Management

• Manage design and manufacturing schedules to meet project timelines.
• Review and approve engineering documentation, including FEA reports and mechanical/hydraulic calculations.
• Ensure projects are delivered to budget while meeting all engineering and legislative requirements.

Operational Collaboration

• Liaise with production and operations teams to align capacity with project demands.
• Support procurement by approving purchases and ensuring timely issuance of parts.
• Forecast and monitor invoicing milestones and progress reporting.

QHSE

• Ensure all equipment and documentation meet relevant safety and quality standards.
• Stay updated on new industry regulations and disseminate relevant changes across the team.

Leadership & Team Management

• Provide daily support, mentoring, and direction to engineers and draftspersons.
• Foster a high-performing team culture with a focus on quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.

REQUIREMENTS:

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD.
• Expertise in producing engineering drawings and designing mechanical systems.
• Capability to perform hand calculations for engineering problems.
• Strong knowledge of UK industry standards and directives including:
• PED
• Machinery Directive / Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations
• ATEX
• DNV-ST-E271/273

Industry-Specific Experience

• Design and manufacture of:
• Electric, Diesel, and Pneumatic Hydraulic Power Units
• Umbilical Reelers and Spooling Units
• High Pressure Pump Units
• Mechanical Handling Equipment

Qualifications

• Essential: Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Preferred: Honours Degree in Mechanical Engineering (BEng / BSc Hons)

Personal Attributes

• Mechanically minded with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong communicator with the ability to collaborate and influence across departments.
• Team player who leads by example and drives continuous improvement.
• Self-motivated and committed to delivering high-quality engineering outcomes

Salary negotiable.

If you have the skills and experience for this role and are looking for an exciting new challenge please submit your cv now.