Owen Daniels
Engineering Manager
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Engineering & Programme Manager
Are you an experienced Engineering & Programme Manager looking for your next opportunity? Do you have a strong engineering background, project management experience, and a proven track record of leading product development programmes? If so, this could be the perfect role for you.
Our client, a well-established engineering and manufacturing business, is seeking an Engineering & Programme Manager to join their team in Oxfordshire. The successful candidate will combine strong technical engineering experience with programme management and senior leadership skills, supporting the development and delivery of new products while driving improvements across the engineering function.
Engineering & Programme Manager
Permanent Position
Salary: £60,000–£70,000 (DOE)
Location: Oxfordshire
Working Hours: Monday to Friday
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- Lead engineering and product development programmes from concept through to production and delivery
- Manage engineering projects, ensuring programmes are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards
- Provide technical leadership and guidance to the engineering and design teams
- Support the development and implementation of SolidWorks PDM systems, including document management, revision control, and engineering data processes
- Work closely with design, manufacturing, quality, and commercial teams to ensure successful product development
- Drive continuous improvement across engineering processes, systems, and product development activities
- Manage project priorities, resources, risks, and key programme milestones
- Provide senior leadership across the engineering function and contribute to wider business strategy
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- Strong background as a Design Engineer with significant experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment
- Proven Project Management or Programme Management experience
- Experience leading product development projects from concept through to production
- Experience implementing or managing SolidWorks PDM systems
- Strong understanding of mechanical design and engineering processes
- Previous senior leadership or management experience within an engineering environment
- Excellent project planning, organisational, and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication skills with the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage stakeholders
- Commercially aware with the ability to balance technical, programme, and business requirements
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