Head of Engineering in Barnsley

Job Description

Head of Engineering

Competitive Salary

Barnsley

Elevation Recruitment Group are working with a heavy engineering company near Barnsley to recruit a Head of Engineering.

This is a hands-on leadership role focused on developing a team of multi-skilled engineers, standardising design processes, driving performance, and supporting the implementation of a new ERP system.

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

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

Apply now or for more information on this Head of Engineering role, please contact Ian Bruce