Why this role stands out
This hybrid Engineering Manager role offers a fantastic opportunity to lead a dedicated team, directly influence prestige automotive projects, and grow your technical leadership skills. If you're a seasoned automotive engineer eager for a hands-on management position with significant customer interaction and product lifecycle ownership, you'll thrive here and should definitely consider applying.
Quick overview
Job description
This is a genuinely hands-on technical leadership role — ideal for someone with a strong background in automotive exhaust systems, powertrain or vehicle development who wants to take the next step without moving away from the engineering.
You'll lead a small team, work directly with prestige OEM customers, support RFQs and technical reviews, and take ownership of engineering delivery from concept through to manufacturing.
What we're looking for:
- Strong automotive engineering background, ideally exhaust / powertrain
- Principal, Lead or Senior Engineer ready to step into management — or an experienced Engineering Manager
- Hands-on experience with APQP, PPAP, FMEA and DFM
- Strong understanding of product development, validation and manufacturing
- Confident working with customers and cross-functional teams
- A pragmatic, commercially aware approach
- Someone who leads from the front and isn't afraid to muck in
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