Elevation Recruitment Group
Head of Engineering
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Head of Engineering
Elevation Recruitment Group are working with an engineering company near Bradford to recruit a Head of Engineering.
This Head of Engineering role offers full ownership of the engineering function, with a focus on leadership, continuous improvement, project delivery, and systems development. Working closely with the senior leadership team, the Head of Engineering will play a key role in driving operational performance, standardising engineering processes, and supporting future growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strong leadership to a multi-disciplinary team
- Standardise and optimise design processes, ensuring alignment with BOM structures and the ERP system
- Rationalise current engineering practices to improve efficiency, consistency, and quality
- Lead cross-disciplinary design review meetings and drive lessons learned implementation
- Take hands-on ownership of design process innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
- Ensure adherence to health & safety, quality, and ISO standards
- Review and implement new technologies and design tools to maintain competitive advantage
- Deliver projects against deadlines within a fast-paced, bespoke engineering environment
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Requirements
We are keen to speak with Engineering Managers / Head of Engineering with the following:
- Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
- Strong technical understanding of mechanical engineering principles
- Experience working with heavy, bespoke machinery or complex engineered products
- Proven ability to lead and develop engineering teams
- Demonstrated experience delivering results against deadlines
- Hands-on leadership experience with the ability to grow and shape a team
- Experience managing, mentoring, and coaching engineers
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
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Apply now or for more information on this Head of Engineering role, please contact Ian Bruce
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