Engineering Manager

Engineering Manager - Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Preston

£65,000.00 Salary + Bonus + Package

We're working with a global pharmaceutical leader looking to appoint a site-level Engineering Manager to take full ownership of engineering performance across a complex manufacturing operation.

This is a high-impact, strategic role focused on delivering CAPEX projects, driving asset reliability, and leading a high-performing team to ensure compliance, efficiency, and safety across all engineering activities.

As Engineering Manager, you'll:

• Lead site engineering operations, projects, and continuous improvement

• Oversee large-scale CAPEX planning and delivery, ensuring alignment with global engineering and business objectives

• Champion TPM, automation, preventative maintenance and asset lifecycle management

• Ensure full GMP compliance and embed strong HSE practices across the function

• Develop your team through coaching, succession planning, and skills development

• Collaborate cross-functionally and represent the site across cluster/global engineering groups

• Proven experience in a senior Engineering leadership role within pharmaceuticals, life sciences, or highly regulated manufacturing

• Strong knowledge of CAPEX project delivery, GMP, TPM and modern engineering practices

• Degree in Engineering (BEng/MSc or equivalent); PMP certification desirable

• Confident working in fast-paced, compliance-heavy environments with strong leadership presence

• Familiarity with systems such as SAP, CMMS, and modern reliability tools

This is a fantastic role for someone looking to shape engineering strategy and performance in a top-tier, forward-thinking pharmaceutical environment.