Engineering Manager

Precise Recruitment Services LimitedWolverhampton, West Midlands🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 7 Oct 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This Engineering Manager role offers a fantastic opportunity to lead a multidisciplinary team and drive significant improvements in manufacturing efficiency, with a competitive salary of £55,000-£65,000. You'll thrive here if you have proven experience in manufacturing engineering management and possess strong leadership and problem-solving skills, enjoying the flexibility of a hybrid work model. Apply now to make a real impact and grow your career in a reputable company.

Quick Overview

Salary

£55k/yr

Seniority

Mid Senior

Employment type

Temporary/Casual

Work mode

Hybrid

Location

Wolverhampton, West Midlands, United Kingdom

Posted

2 weeks ago

Job Description

Engineering Manager – Manufacturing

Location: Wolverhampton
Salary: £55,000–£65,000 per annum
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Precise Recruitment Services Ltd is seeking experienced Engineering Managers for current and upcoming manufacturing opportunities in Birmingham

The successful candidate will lead the engineering function, manage maintenance activities and ensure that plant, machinery and equipment operate safely, reliably and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and develop a multidisciplinary engineering team.
Manage planned and preventative maintenance programmes.
Reduce machinery downtime and improve equipment reliability.
Manage engineering projects from planning through to completion.
Support the installation and commissioning of new equipment.
Implement continuous improvement initiatives.
Manage engineering budgets, contractors and suppliers.
Conduct root-cause investigations and implement corrective actions.
Ensure compliance with health and safety and engineering regulations.
Work closely with production, quality and senior management.
Monitor engineering performance against agreed KPIs.

Candidate Requirements

Previous Engineering Manager experience within manufacturing.
Strong mechanical and/or electrical engineering knowledge.
Experience managing engineers, technicians or maintenance teams.
Good understanding of planned and preventative maintenance.
Proven experience reducing downtime and improving performance.
Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
An HNC, HND, degree or equivalent engineering qualification would be advantageous.

What's on Offer

Salary of £55,000–£65,000, depending on experience.
Permanent, full-time opportunities.
Career development with established manufacturing businesses.
Confidential support throughout the recruitment process.

Please apply with your current CV, salary expectations and availability.

Applications will be handled confidentially by Precise Recruitment Services Ltd. By applying, you are registering your interest in suitable current and upcoming Engineering Manager opportunities.