Job Title: Site Engineering Lead
Sector: Manufacturing
Salary: Competitive | DOE
Are you an experienced engineering leader with a strong background in automation and mechatronic within a manufacturing environment? This expertise is essential for this role, as the business has ambitious plans to expand automation capabilities over the next two years.
This is an exciting opportunity for a driven Site Engineering Lead to join the senior leadership team at a fast-paced manufacturing site. You will lead the engineering function, driving improvements in operational efficiency and delivering transformational change in line with strategic goals.
The Role:
As Site Engineering Lead, you will play a key role in shaping the future of the site’s engineering operations. Your main responsibilities will include:
* Developing and implementing automation and mechatronics solutions to support long-term growth and operational excellence.
* Leading the engineering team to deliver improved OEE, optimise processes, and ensure sustained performance improvements.
* Managing budgets, spare parts, and engineering projects to ensure efficient resource allocation and cost control.
* Building and developing a high-performing engineering team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
* Presenting to and influencing senior stakeholders, driving buy-in for strategic initiatives.
* Utilising best practices and lessons learned from internal and external sources to deliver continuous improvement initiatives.
About You:
To thrive in this role, you will need:
* A Degree or HND in Engineering (or equivalent), or extensive Engineering Management experience in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
* Proven expertise in automation and/or mechatronic within a manufacturing environment.
* Experience leading and developing engineering teams, with a track record of delivering change and improvement.
* Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, capable of influencing at all levels.
* A proactive, curious mindset with a strong drive to identify and implement innovative solutions.
* Advanced IT skills, including proficiency with Excel and other project management tools.
* A positive, solutions-focused attitude aligned with the company’s values.
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a growing organisation that values innovation, operational excellence, and professional development. You will work within a collaborative and forward-thinking team, with the opportunity to shape the engineering function and drive significant change.
Please Note: Unfortunately, we cannot offer sponsorship for this role or accept candidates on visas who have 2 years or less left.
If this sounds like the role for you, apply today or get in touch to learn more!