Engineering Manager

MERITUS are recruiting for an Engineering Manager to join our client's client to support exciting engineering programmes within the defence and aerospace sphere.PLEASE NOTE:YouMUSThave demonstrable line management and composite experience in order to qualify for the position.ENGINEERING MANAGER - £65,000 per annum - Greater Blackburn - COMPOSITE EXPERIENCE - FAST MOVING PROCESSWe are seeking a highly skilled and experiencedEngineering Managerto lead our client's Manufacturing Engineering team. This key role is responsible for the safe and effective management of engineering functions, driving innovation, and ensuring projects are delivered to high-quality standards. You will oversee the creation and maintenance of the company's Technology Roadmap, manage the New Product/Process Introduction process (APQP), and ensure compliance with governance structures.Key Responsibilities:Lead, mentor, and develop the Manufacturing Engineering team to meet current and future business needs.Oversee engineering projects from planning to execution, ensuring timely and within-budget delivery.Ensure quality standards, health & safety, and continuous improvement through Lean Manufacturing practices.Manage resour client'sces, budgets, and departmental priorities to meet short, medium, and long-term objectives.Foster positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring a customer-focused culture.Requirements:Degree in relevant engineering discipline (Masters and Chartered status preferred).Minimum 5 years of senior engineering leadership experience in a global manufacturing environment.Proven track record in project management, lean implementation, and business turnaround.Experience in new product introduction (APQP) and customer stakeholder management.Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.