Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Engineering Manager – Scunthorpe – Circa £52,000 plus quarterly bonus (earn up to £58,000 per annum)

We are working with a leading manufacturer in Scunthorpe who are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to join their team. This is a full-time, permanent position offering excellent career prospects and strong employee benefits.

Hours of work
Monday to Friday, 06:00 to 14:30

The role
As Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for leading a team of 8 engineers, ensuring maintenance and engineering operations run smoothly and efficiently. This is a hands-on management role where you will be expected to balance planning, team leadership, and technical oversight. While based primarily at the Scunthorpe facility, the role will also involve travel to additional sites as required.

Engineering Manager - Key responsibilities

• Managing and developing a team of engineers, providing training and support where required

• Planning workloads and prioritising tasks to minimise disruption to production

• Ensuring all planned and reactive maintenance is completed to a high standard

• Monitoring budgets and controlling departmental costs

• Coordinating with suppliers to ensure materials and parts are sourced efficiently

• Driving continuous improvement, reducing downtime and wastage wherever possible

• Overseeing long-term projects and scheduled shutdown works

• Supporting engineering requirements across multiple sites when needed

• Ensuring compliance with all relevant health and safety procedures

About you

• Proven experience in an engineering management role within a manufacturing environment

• Strong mechanical or electrical background with knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors and building services

• Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team

• Competent in Microsoft Office and familiar with planned and reactive maintenance systems

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to make effective decisions under pressure

As Engineering Manager - What’s on offer

• Basic salary circa £52,000 per annum

• Quarterly bonus scheme with potential to earn up to £58,000 per annum

• Staff discounts

• Pension scheme

• Subsidised canteen

• On-site gym

• Free parking

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced manager to join a progressive manufacturer offering strong rewards, career stability, and the chance to contribute across multiple sites.

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