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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.
