Engineering Manager in Thatcham

Job Description

Engineering Manager - Vehicle DevelopmentSalary: Competitive + benefitsLocation: Thatcham, UK - Full Time| On-siteAbout the RoleWe are seeking a hands-on Engineering Manager with Engineering to lead a team of engineers in designing and developing high-quality vehicle conversions. This is a key leadership position with responsibility for driving product innovation, ensuring engineering excellence, and supporting production efficiency.Key Responsibilities - New Product Design & Development - Lead and manage all aspects of the engineering department. - Maintain and update product design drawings, parts, sub-assemblies, and systems.

- Support production during prototyping to optimise product design. - Ensure accurate timing, cost, and technical information is shared with Sales, Production, Stores, Accounts, and Purchasing. - Liaise with suppliers, providing technical guidance and quality standards.

- Maintain the database of configurations, BOMs, and part numbers. - Coordinate Engineering Change Notifications (ECNs) and ensure compliance with legislation. - Work with Production to streamline designs, reduce costs, and improve efficiency.In addition you will be involved in: - Leading vehicle development and production improvement projects.

- Monitoring and reporting on performance, KPIs, and specific engineering initiatives. - Collaborating with Product Management to define standard builds, options, and training. - Ensuring compliance with ISO and COP standards across production activities.

- Supporting Customer Care to investigate and resolve technical after-sales issues. - Proposing design changes based on warranty feedback. - Collaborating with QA on goods-in checks and resolve non-conforming parts.Skills & CompetenciesIf you have hands-on experience in vehicle conversions, WAVs, or similar vehicle development that is a bonus BUT NOT essential.

- Strong engineering background with production knowledge. - Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities. - Strategic thinker with excellent problem-solving skills.

- High energy, proactive, and committed to continuous development. - Process instruction creation, document control, BOM & MRP. - Familiarity with PPAP, APQP, FMEA, ISO9001, Lean Manufacturing, and VSM.

- Knowledge of HSE and COSHH regulations. - Experience with NPI coordination and CAD software. - Excellent IT literacy and CAD expertise.This will be an a critical position for the Engineering Manager taking ownership of all aspects of the engineering department and help grow the business.