With presence in Cumbria, Edinburgh, Aberdeen, and a US sales office, Tritech International Limited [Tritech] is a high-technology business dedicated to providing the most reliable imaging and ancillary equipment for use in underwater applications. For over 30 years, Tritech have provided the subsea industry with robust, reliable solutions for the harshest environments and most difficult applications, with the ultimate objective to support the subsea working environment, making it less hazardous. With the backing of its parent company General Oceans, Tritech is poised to launch more new products providing underwater solutions for customers worldwide and has a bold 5-year international growth plan. The Opportunity It is an incredibly exciting time for the business, with strong growth in recent years and further growth projected for 2025. On top of this Tritech has bold ambition to significantly scale internationally over the next 5 years. The Engineering Director is a business-critical Board Level appointment, reporting directly to the Managing Director. The Engineering Director will be a strategic leader, responsible for developing the company’s technology strategy and the implementation of new product development. Remit and Responsibilities: This person will lead, manage and develop a talented team of 15 Engineers, which is crucial in fulfilling the company’s strategy of new product design and enhancement of existing products. This role is instrumental in contributing to organisational growth due to the company’s high technology product offering. The business has a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Ulverston, South Lakes, where the Engineering Director’s role will be based. They will be responsible for the following; Operating as a member of the senior management team responsible for overall results and product/engineering strategy. Providing leadership, guidance and support to the company’s Engineering disciplines across all departments. Development of all Tritech Engineering Methods and Practices for all disciplines. Oversight of progress and timeliness of product development projects. Management of the Engineering Steering group of managers. Ensuring all adherence regulatory compliance of company products. Candidate Requirements The ideal candidate will bring a strong mix of technical and leadership capability to the business, including an inspiring and proactive approach to engineering design and development.