Engineering Manager

Description

Job Title: Head of Engineering

Location: Bedlington

Salary: Very competitve

The Company:

Theo James is proud to be supporting a company in Bedlington with their search for a dynamic and experienced Head of Engineering. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well–established and forward–thinking Senior Leadership Team, where you ll collaborate closely with Engineering Managers across the business to shape and drive long–term strategy and development. With a supportive structure that fosters change, this role provides an opportunity to make an immediate and meaningful impact by leveraging your experience, knowledge, and leadership skills. If you have a proven track record of strategic success and managing Engineering Managers, we want to hear from you.

Job Description:

Lead the design and improvement of processes, including thick film printing, laser processing, die bonding, wire bonding, silver sintering, and testing to maximize equipment efficiency and effectiveness.

Drive continuous improvements in production yields.

Oversee the selection, installation, optimization, and upkeep of all manufacturing equipment.

Ensure full compliance of all manufacturing processes with AS9100 and relevant aerospace standards.

Assess and integrate advanced manufacturing technologies such as Industry 4.0, robotics, and AI–based quality control systems.

Lead, mentor, and develop a high–performing technical team, promoting a culture of innovation, excellence, and continuous development.

Guarantee adherence to IPC standards, ISO certifications, and specific customer quality requirements across all processes.

Champion lean manufacturing initiatives, Six Sigma projects, and Kaizen events to enhance yield, minimize cycle times, and reduce operational costs.

Formulate and implement strategies for new technologies and products in alignment with business objectives and emerging trends.

Define operational strategies for high–mix, low–to–medium volume electronics manufacturing.

Manage the full product development cycle from initial concept to production readiness.

Monitor and evaluate emerging technologies for potential business impact.

Lead intellectual property development and patent strategy initiatives.

Collaborate cross–functionally with R&D, Quality, Supply Chain, and Production teams to ensure seamless product transitions from design to manufacture.

Build and maintain strong partnerships with external collaborators, academic institutions, and industry peers.

Embody and promote the company's core values through leadership and conduct.

Support site–wide and corporate initiatives, including Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (E,D&I) and compliance–related training programs.

Apply company policies consistently, addressing matters such as attendance, conduct, and performance.

Conduct regular team meetings and one–on–one sessions to support communication and development.

Continuously assess and improve internal workflows and procedures.

Uphold workplace safety standards and ensure appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Participate in Safety Observation Reporting (SOR) to promote a proactive safety culture.

Skills & Experience Required

Experience within Electrical Manufacturing

Able to demonstrate managing other leaders within a manufacturing organisation (Engineering Managers)

Examples of strategic development within an organisation and being apart of a Senior Leadership Team

Experience of Cleanroom Environments (desirable)

Why Apply?

This organization is a forward–thinking company with a strong reputation for engineering excellence in high–reliability solutions across aerospace, defence, medical, and industrial sectors. With continued investment in its state–of–the–art facility and a purpose–driven mission to solve electronic challenges for a sustainable world, it offers an exciting, high–impact environment. The site benefits from a supportive, values–led culture, and the senior leadership team is motivated to drive real strategic change. For those looking to grow their careers within a collaborative, innovative, and ambitious business,

Ad ID: 5416923668