Engineering Manager in Reading
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Job Description
Engineering Manager
Are you a hands-on technical leader with a passion for precision and performance? An established precision engineering business, specialising in high-performance machined components and complex assemblies for highly regulated, safety-critical sectors, is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead its Design Engineering and Workshop functions.
This is a senior leadership opportunity for a structured, solutions-driven professional who thrives in a quality-focused, compliance-led environment. Whether you’re looking to take the next step in your career or already have proven experience managing engineering teams, this role offers the chance to make a tangible impact.
About the Role
As Engineering Manager, reporting directly to the Technical Director, you’ll take full responsibility for the Design Engineering and Workshop functions. Established systems are in place — your focus will be to strengthen, formalise, and optimise them, ensuring consistent, high-quality output, robust processes, and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
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- Lead, mentor, and develop teams in both Engineering and Workshop functions, promoting high performance, engagement, and collaboration
- Ensure Engineering and Workshop deliver accurate technical information and assemblies for on-time quotations and production
- Embed and maintain quality across all processes, minimising errors and customer complaints
- Identify, manage, and mitigate risks around product quality, delivery timelines, and workshop Health & Safety
- Act as the conduit between your teams and Directors, providing structured updates and actionable recommendations
- Collaborate with Account Management, Quality, and Operations to maintain efficient workflows
- Provide hands-on support during peak workload periods, demonstrating leadership as
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Operational & Development Focus
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- Define clear team structures, responsibilities, and expectations through regular 1-2-1s and performance reviews
- Develop and enhance written procedures to support compliance, training, and customer audits
- Plan workloads, cross-train teams, and ensure resources are allocated effectively
- Foster a positive, accountable team culture, particularly during high-demand periods
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across Engineering and Workshop
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Engineering Oversight
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- CAD design and review
- Review customer assemblies and production readiness
- Provide technical feedback to Account Management, Quality, and customers
- Support product development and controlled design change processes
- BOM creation within MRP systems and workshop support (tooling, instructions, troubleshooting)
- Conduct technical analysis, investigations, reporting, and maintain engineering-specific software/equipment
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Workshop Oversight
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- Hands-on understanding of fabrication and assembly
- Implement cross-training to maximise team flexibility
- Optimise job flow and production coordination
- Formalise and elevate Health & Safety systems (risk assessments, COSHH, training, audits, compliance)
- Maintain a proactive safety and wellbeing culture
- Manage tooling, machinery maintenance, and workshop organisation
- Support development of new workshop processes
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Skills & Experience We’re Looking For
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- Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering (or similar)
- Proven experience in design and production management within regulated, quality-focused environments
- Strong understanding of engineering design practices and manufacturing processes
- Practical appreciation of workshop Health & Safety compliance
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Strong time-management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure
- Proficiency in MS Office and ideally CAD
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This is your chance to step up as an Engineering Manager and take ownership of a talented technical team in a fast-paced, high-compliance environment. The business welcomes applicants who are ready for the next step in their career or those with proven management experience looking to make an immediate impact.
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