Technical Manager - Hydraulic Systems and Products
Location: Newton Abbot
Salary: Competitive Salary + Excellent Progression and Career Development Opportunities + Benefits
I am working with a specialist and well-established business with a wide range of engineering operations including manufacturing, design, service, installation, and supply. They have a vacancy for a Technical Operations Manager to lead the Technical Office.
As the Technical Manager, you will oversee and manage the day-to-day activities of a skilled team of Design and Applications Engineers and provide line management and support to the Workshop Manager.
You will be heavily involved with quotations, progressing sales, and preparing reports while liaising with both external sales and technical teams. You are expected to develop and manage a production planning system for your own events and those of your team, requiring a good understanding of computer systems in a fast-moving technical and workshop environment.
Due to the technical nature of the projects, you will ideally have formal engineering qualifications and a good understanding of Hydraulic Systems such as Power Packs, Cylinders, Pumps, Valves, and Actuators.
We welcome applications from those in a more junior technical role looking to step up to a management role, as well as those experienced in leading teams. A strong technical foundation is key, particularly for those with a hands-on or apprenticeship background.
The Job:
* Technical Manager/Technical Operations Manager
* Manage a team of Technical Design and Applications Engineers
* Take enquiries for and deliver technical projects
* Understand enquiries and provide rapid pricing
* Develop and manage a production schedule ensuring prompt project delivery in line with deadlines
* Control all technical, engineering, workshop, and service aspects of projects where applicable
* Work with external and internal customers
The Person:
* Experienced technical person either in a similar role or in a design/applications engineering role looking to step up
* Holding a relevant engineering qualification such as a degree or NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering
* Excellent mechanical engineering knowledge
* Understanding of hydraulic systems
* Excellent communication skills
* Good understanding of computer systems
This is an excellent opportunity for someone to come into a new and high-paced role where they can add real day-to-day value to the business. The company has a track record of promoting from within and presenting opportunities for those who want to progress.
If you think your background is a good match and that your skills are well-suited, please apply. Relevant applications will be contacted directly.
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