Engineering Manager

Are you a dynamic Engineering Manager ready to make a significant impact on a leading manufacturing operation in Norwich? Do you possess the strategic vision to optimize performance and the leadership flair to inspire a highly skilled engineering team? If you're passionate about leveraging cutting-edge technology to drive efficiency and innovation, this is the role you've been searching for.

We are actively seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Engineering Manager to spearhead our technical operations within our advanced manufacturing facility in Norwich. This isn't just a management position; it's an opportunity to be a pivotal architect of our future success, directly influencing productivity, quality, and our ongoing technological advancements.

What Makes This Role Exceptional:

Premium Compensation & Benefits: Command a highly attractive base salary of £63,500 per annum, enhanced by a generous performance-related bonus scheme and a comprehensive package of benefits designed to reward your strategic contribution.

Structured Days: Enjoy the stability and predictability of Monday to Friday day shifts, allowing for an excellent blend of professional challenge and personal time.

Strategic Influence & Autonomy: You won't just oversee; you'll lead. Drive key engineering projects, champion new technologies, and implement best practices that directly shape our operational landscape. Your strategic insights will be valued and actioned.

Empower & Develop Talent: Take charge of nurturing, mentoring, and expanding a dedicated team of engineers and technicians. Cultivate a high-performance culture focused on continuous learning, problem-solving, and professional excellence.

Technological Frontier: Immerse yourself in a technologically advanced environment, working with complex automated systems, robotics, and integrated manufacturing processes. Lead the charge on Industry 4.0 initiatives.

A Culture of Growth: We are committed to fostering an environment where innovation thrives. We actively invest in our people and technology, ensuring you have the tools and support to achieve ambitious goals.

Norwich Advantage: Situated in a vibrant and growing city, offering an excellent quality of life, a rich history, and a strong sense of community - the perfect backdrop for a fulfilling career.

Who We're Looking For:

We seek a results-oriented leader with a strong technical foundation and an innate ability to inspire.

A minimum of 5 years in an Engineering Management or senior leadership capacity within a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing setting.

Demonstrable expertise in optimizing manufacturing processes, implementing Lean methodologies, and driving significant continuous improvement initiatives.

Profound understanding of complex mechanical, electrical, and control systems, including PLC programming, automation, and industrial robotics.

Exceptional project management capabilities, with a track record of successfully delivering large-scale engineering projects on time and within budget.

Outstanding leadership and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport, influence stakeholders at all levels, and articulate complex technical concepts clearly.

A Bachelor's degree in Engineering (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, Automation) is highly desirable; a Master's or professional accreditation (e.g., CEng) would be a distinct advantage.

A proactive mindset, with an unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and operational efficiency.

Ready to Lead Our Next Chapter in Norwich?

If you are an ambitious Engineering Manager seeking a role that offers significant strategic influence, exceptional rewards, and the opportunity to lead a world-class manufacturing engineering function in Norwich, we invite you to connect with us.

Seize this opportunity - apply now and help us build the future!

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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