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Project Engineering Manager
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Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting for a Project Engineering Manager with a background in the nuclear sector to be engaged on a permanent or long-term contract basis in West Cumbria with hybrid working.
As Project Engineering Manager you are responsible for the coordination, implementation and performance of engineering activities for an assigned project. Maintains a close working relationship with Project Managers and Engineering.
Assists with the establishment and implementation of project manpower needs and coordinates technical activities among disciplines.
Identifies and ensures compliance with all statutory and licensing requirements.
Conducts the design of a technically sound, safe and operable plant with a high degree of reliability.
Prepares and issues Engineering Execution Plans (and ensures that all necessary and appropriate customer requirements, procedures and standards are incorporated.
Compiles lists from each discipline to develop master document list for project.
Works with project stakeholders to develop subcontract and work package descriptions that are consistent with the contracting plan for the project.
Coordinates development of work-hour estimates and transfers information to Project Controls for preparation of engineering cost estimate.
Cooperates with other departments in the company participating on the project.
Schedules and coordinates meetings between Project Engineering, the customer and other outside groups.
Keeps project stakeholders advised of project progress, performance and manpower utilization with attention to delays, adverse trends, errors and omissions.
Assures proper documentation of meetings, agreements, conversations, etc. that affect the conduct of the project.
Coordinates the customers engineering comments, approvals and requests with the functional activities of all disciplines.
Encourages and assists in the technical and managerial development of subordinates.
Coordinates Independent Engineering Design Reviews by discipline engineering management
Reviews engineering performance on the project to ensure quality, conformance with conceptual design and completeness of engineering tasks.
Promptly reviews Design Change Notices (DCN), identifies change order candidates, segregates cost collection and assists the Project Manager in pertinent aspects of change order management.
Performs all other position related duties as assigned or requested.
Qualifcations and Experience
Ideally hold a degree in relevant Engineering discipline
Ideally Chartered or working towards
Held similar engineering management position
Proven experience within a highly regulated construction sector (including commissioning)
Knowledge of safety case justification
Sound understanding building regulations and planning submissions of CDM regulations
For more information on this role or to register your interest for future job updates, please visit (url removed)
Why We're Different: Westlakes Recruit are a people solutions business that understands the complexities of nuclear and the importance of our clients' mission critical objectives.
Smarter, faster, more agile - we have a laser focus on nuclear, with deep sectoral knowledge.
We develop nuclear talent pools before you know you need them! We do Nuclear. We only do Nuclear. We do all of Nuclear.
Powering a Diverse Nuclear Future: As an equal opportunities business, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities
Project Engineering Manager
Posted 4 days ago
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Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting for a Project Engineering Manager with a background in the nuclear sector to be engaged on a permanent or long-term contract basis in West Cumbria with hybrid working.
As Project Engineering Manager you are responsible for the coordination, implementation and performance of engineering activities for an assigned project. Maintains a close working relationship with Project Managers and Engineering.
Assists with the establishment and implementation of project manpower needs and coordinates technical activities among disciplines.
Identifies and ensures compliance with all statutory and licensing requirements.
Conducts the design of a technically sound, safe and operable plant with a high degree of reliability.
Prepares and issues Engineering Execution Plans (and ensures that all necessary and appropriate customer requirements, procedures and standards are incorporated.
Compiles lists from each discipline to develop master document list for project.
Works with project stakeholders to develop subcontract and work package descriptions that are consistent with the contracting plan for the project.
Coordinates development of work-hour estimates and transfers information to Project Controls for preparation of engineering cost estimate.
Cooperates with other departments in the company participating on the project.
Schedules and coordinates meetings between Project Engineering, the customer and other outside groups.
Keeps project stakeholders advised of project progress, performance and manpower utilization with attention to delays, adverse trends, errors and omissions.
Assures proper documentation of meetings, agreements, conversations, etc. that affect the conduct of the project.
Coordinates the customers engineering comments, approvals and requests with the functional activities of all disciplines.
Encourages and assists in the technical and managerial development of subordinates.
Coordinates Independent Engineering Design Reviews by discipline engineering management
Reviews engineering performance on the project to ensure quality, conformance with conceptual design and completeness of engineering tasks.
Promptly reviews Design Change Notices (DCN), identifies change order candidates, segregates cost collection and assists the Project Manager in pertinent aspects of change order management.
Performs all other position related duties as assigned or requested.
Qualifcations and Experience
Ideally hold a degree in relevant Engineering discipline
Ideally Chartered or working towards
Held similar engineering management position
Proven experience within a highly regulated construction sector (including commissioning)
Knowledge of safety case justification
Sound understanding building regulations and planning submissions of CDM regulations
For more information on this role or to register your interest for future job updates, please visit (url removed)
Why We're Different: Westlakes Recruit are a people solutions business that understands the complexities of nuclear and the importance of our clients' mission critical objectives.
Smarter, faster, more agile - we have a laser focus on nuclear, with deep sectoral knowledge.
We develop nuclear talent pools before you know you need them! We do Nuclear. We only do Nuclear. We do all of Nuclear.
Powering a Diverse Nuclear Future: As an equal opportunities business, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities
Project Engineering Manager
Posted 6 days ago
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During a period of rapid expansion GE Vernova are looking to recruit Project Engineering Leaders to work on our exciting new projects within our Northern European Grid Solutions Business which covers the UK & Ireland, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Finland. You'll be based in our Stafford office (circa 2 days per week), we have a flexible approach to working operating a hybrid system and reduced working hours on Fridays.
As a Project Engineering Leader you will be instructing, supervising co-ordinating and leading the engineering activities of the project in line with the project's safety, quality, time delivery, and cost criteria, you'll be the technical lead of electrical design and engineering of large energy projects - including preparing specifications, leading on deviations and clarifications, attending FATs and SATs.
As a Project Engineering Leader, you'll be co-ordinating design activities, managing the project design budget, overseeing the design change process, supervising, and coordinating engineering activities required to execute the project, whether done in house or by our delivery partners, and ensure technical co-ordination of the Grid Solutions Project.
GE Vernova is a world leader in the energy solutions market with a portfolio of energy businesses across the globe. Grid Solutions provides equipment, systems, and services to bring power reliably and efficiently from the point of generation to end power consumers. We electrify the world with advanced grid technologies and accelerate the energy transition - and we want you to be part of that change and enjoy imagination at work.
If you are ready to make a difference and usher in a new era of clean, reliable energy, come join us.
**Job Description**
+ Responsible for issuing consolidation of provisional drawing list of the project or of your work package, integrating submission dates.
+ Manage global time schedule of concerned engineering activities, check coherency of links between engineering activities and other project functions activities (procurement, construction, commissioning) and organise follow up of critical activities of the project or of your discipline.
+ Plan and manage delivery time of technical interfaces with your work package, put in place exchange interface sheets with partners, customer, and third-party contractors.
+ Ensure on-time delivery of design to stakeholders with suitable quality including Partner documents.
+ For large & complex projects support Project Engineering Director and Project I&I manager in the engineering change management.
+ Lead & coordinate design teams - you'll be supported by Primary, Secondary and Civil Designers.
+ Follow the engineering budget and identify potential savings and highlight to the Project Manager all instances requiring additional budget.
+ Participate and contribute to the project multidisciplinary design reviews according to the EMH procedures and per the project strategy.
+ Manage scope or design changes & prepare related claims and VO to be approved by Project Engineering Director or Project Manager.
+ Analyse customer technical requirements, prepare and or consolidate clause by clause analysis and ensure compliance to Customer requirements through Technical Queries, identify, track, manage potential change.
+ Represent customer interests in the design decisions at Project Manager's request.
+ Validate design throughout customer acceptance.
+ Ensure that Management of return status of project documentation internal or external (approved, comments, resubmit, rejected) is performed for your work package.
+ Prepare or review technical specifications and supplier's documents to enable procurement of materials and plant detailed design.
+ Check effectiveness of design against delivery of contract requirements within project budget and look for global cost optimisation in all design phase and mainly during basic design.
**Requirements:**
To succeed in this role, you will have the following qualification and experience:
+ Engineering degree level or equivalent education/experience
+ Experience of Engineering activities as lead engineer in EPC type environment.
+ Successful experience in project technical management in a multi-disciplinary team's context including multiple interfaces and with products coming from several countries.
**Desired Characteristics:**
+ Knowledge of the Transmission or Distribution industry is essential.
+ Strong interpersonal and leadership skills are advantageous.
+ Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously.
+ Knowledge of Renewable Energy systems is beneficial.
+ Knowledge of GIS systems is beneficial.
**Additional Information**
**Relocation Assistance Provided:** No
GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Project Engineering Manager
Posted 6 days ago
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During a period of rapid expansion GE Vernova are looking to recruit Project Engineering Leaders to work on our exciting new projects within our Northern European Grid Solutions Business which covers the UK & Ireland, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Finland. You'll be based in our Stafford office (circa 2 days per week), we have a flexible approach to working operating a hybrid system and reduced working hours on Fridays.
As a Project Engineering Leader you will be instructing, supervising co-ordinating and leading the engineering activities of the project in line with the project's safety, quality, time delivery, and cost criteria, you'll be the technical lead of electrical design and engineering of large energy projects - including preparing specifications, leading on deviations and clarifications, attending FATs and SATs.
As a Project Engineering Leader, you'll be co-ordinating design activities, managing the project design budget, overseeing the design change process, supervising, and coordinating engineering activities required to execute the project, whether done in house or by our delivery partners, and ensure technical co-ordination of the Grid Solutions Project.
GE Vernova is a world leader in the energy solutions market with a portfolio of energy businesses across the globe. Grid Solutions provides equipment, systems, and services to bring power reliably and efficiently from the point of generation to end power consumers. We electrify the world with advanced grid technologies and accelerate the energy transition - and we want you to be part of that change and enjoy imagination at work.
If you are ready to make a difference and usher in a new era of clean, reliable energy, come join us.
**Job Description**
+ Responsible for issuing consolidation of provisional drawing list of the project or of your work package, integrating submission dates.
+ Manage global time schedule of concerned engineering activities, check coherency of links between engineering activities and other project functions activities (procurement, construction, commissioning) and organise follow up of critical activities of the project or of your discipline.
+ Plan and manage delivery time of technical interfaces with your work package, put in place exchange interface sheets with partners, customer, and third-party contractors.
+ Ensure on-time delivery of design to stakeholders with suitable quality including Partner documents.
+ For large & complex projects support Project Engineering Director and Project I&I manager in the engineering change management.
+ Lead & coordinate design teams - you'll be supported by Primary, Secondary and Civil Designers.
+ Follow the engineering budget and identify potential savings and highlight to the Project Manager all instances requiring additional budget.
+ Participate and contribute to the project multidisciplinary design reviews according to the EMH procedures and per the project strategy.
+ Manage scope or design changes & prepare related claims and VO to be approved by Project Engineering Director or Project Manager.
+ Analyse customer technical requirements, prepare and or consolidate clause by clause analysis and ensure compliance to Customer requirements through Technical Queries, identify, track, manage potential change.
+ Represent customer interests in the design decisions at Project Manager's request.
+ Validate design throughout customer acceptance.
+ Ensure that Management of return status of project documentation internal or external (approved, comments, resubmit, rejected) is performed for your work package.
+ Prepare or review technical specifications and supplier's documents to enable procurement of materials and plant detailed design.
+ Check effectiveness of design against delivery of contract requirements within project budget and look for global cost optimisation in all design phase and mainly during basic design.
**Requirements:**
To succeed in this role, you will have the following qualification and experience:
+ Engineering degree level or equivalent education/experience
+ Experience of Engineering activities as lead engineer in EPC type environment.
+ Successful experience in project technical management in a multi-disciplinary team's context including multiple interfaces and with products coming from several countries.
**Desired Characteristics:**
+ Knowledge of the Transmission or Distribution industry is essential.
+ Strong interpersonal and leadership skills are advantageous.
+ Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously.
+ Knowledge of Renewable Energy systems is beneficial.
+ Knowledge of GIS systems is beneficial.
**Additional Information**
**Relocation Assistance Provided:** No
GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Project Engineering Manager
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Learn more about the general tasks related to this opportunity below, as well as required skills.
Based - Stoke on Trent, ST4 6PH
Salary £50,000 - £60,000 per annum, depending on experience
Working hours - Monday - Friday, 39 hours per week
We are recruiting for for a Project Engineering Manager to join our established Engineering department at our Mr Kipling bakery in Stoke on Trent, where we make the nations favourite Mr Kipling cakes.
What you will be doing:
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Project Engineering Manager
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Based - Stoke on Trent, ST4 6PH
Salary £50,000 - £60,000 per annum, depending on experience
Working hours - Monday - Friday, 39 hours per week
We are recruiting for for a Project Engineering Manager to join our established Engineering department at our Mr Kipling bakery in Stoke on Trent, where we make the nations favourite Mr Kipling cakes.
What you will be doing: .
Engineering Manager
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Job Role: Fire & Security Engineering Manager
Location: Derbyshire, Midlands
Salary: 45,000
Position Type: Full-Time
Role Overview
My client is seeking an experiencedFire & Security Engineering Managerto lead a skilled team of field engineers across the Midlands. This role combines technical leadership, operational oversight, and a strong focus on safety, compliance, and service excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Technical Oversight
- Lead and mentor a team of approximately 20 field engineers.
- Provide technical support, training, and conduct performance reviews.
- Maintain strong communication with Service and Project Managers.
Project & Service Management
- Oversee the full lifecycle of engineering projects including maintenance, installations, and system upgrades.
- Manage scheduling, resource allocation, and project close-outs.
- Ensure service delivery meets KPIs, SLAs, and contractual obligations.
Compliance, Safety & Quality
- Ensure adherence to health & safety regulations and industry standards (e.g., BAFE, NSI, BS EN codes).
- Conduct site audits, van checks, and inspections to maintain quality and safety benchmarks.
Client & Stakeholder Engagement
- Build and maintain strong client relationships through regular site meetings and inspections.
Operational Efficiency & Resource Management
- Manage van stock levels, engineer tools, and vehicle fleet maintenance.
- Identify and implement operational process improvements.
Qualifications & Skills
Experience & Background
- Strong background in fire and security engineering, ideally with experience in a senior or managerial capacity.
- In-depth knowledge of Fire Alarms, Intruder Alarms, CCTV, Access Control, and integrated systems.
Leadership & Communication
- Proven leadership, mentoring, and team coordination skills.
- Excellent communication abilities for both internal collaboration and client interaction.
Compliance Knowledge
- Familiarity with UK compliance standards such as NSI Gold and BAFE.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., FIA, BAFE) are highly desirable.
Organisation & Technical Tools
- Strong organisational and scheduling abilities.
- Proficiency with relevant project management and design software.
Other Requirements
- Full UK driving licence.
- A proactive, quality-driven mindset with a commitment to continual improvement.
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Engineering Manager
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Join us at Smartbox as an Engineering Manager !
Are you a passionate Engineering Manager looking to make a real impact by giving a voice to those without speech Smartbox is looking for a dedicated individual like you to join our team and contribute to enhancing the lives of people with disabilities.
Your Impact
As our Engineering Manager, you will:
Technical Planning & Delivery:
- Oversee day-to-day engineering task planning and execution across firmware, electronics, mechanical, and QA/test.
- Work cross-functionally with Product Managers and Designers to align technical planning with product goals, ensuring engineering output consistently meets expectations for quality, cost, and time.
- Support Engineers in making architectural decisions that are robust, scalable, and support long-term maintainability.
- Support Engineers in making informed platform decisions, balancing innovation, reliability, cost, and compliance.
- Make resourcing and delivery risks visible early at a leadership level.
- Provide oversight and guidance on our component technology roadmap, aligning technical direction with product strategy.
Process, Quality & Compliance:
- Develop and uphold product realisation processes to comply with ISO 13485, including documentation, review, IOVV, and transfer.
- Take ownership for the engineering team’s compliance with ISO 14971, IEC (phone number removed) and other related standards necessary for ensuring essential safety and performance.
- Ensure CAPA is executed with speed, precision, and clear, consistent communication that promotes trust, collaboration and resolution.
QA/Test Oversight:
- Oversee hardware testing, including test planning, traceability, verification, and formal reporting.
- Manage the shared engineering lab space, ensuring it is safe, well-equipped, and well-used.
Develop World-class Engineers:
- Provide regular 1:1s, feedback, coaching, and career development support.
- Help Engineers set meaningful goals and hold them accountable.
- Support onboarding and mentoring of new team members.
Essential Qualifications/Skills/Experience:
- A passion for improving lives through assistive technology.
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
- 3+ years’ experience leading teams to deliver innovative products in a highly regulated industry.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills – able to listen, mediate, motivate, and build consensus across diverse technical teams.
- A hands-on, people-first approach, with a genuine interest in helping others grow and succeed.
- Deep understanding of electronic embedded systems.
- Deep understanding of engineering best practices, including structured design reviews, traceability, risk-based validation, and root cause analysis with a focus on building safe, scalable, high-quality products.
- Proven ability to balance speed and quality, helping teams stay focused and aligned without micromanaging.
- Strong working knowledge of UK MDR, EU MDR, and FDA 21 CFR Part 820 regulations for medical devices.
- Strong working knowledge of ISO 13485 (quality management), ISO 14971 (risk management), and IEC 60601 series (electrical safety).
About Smartbox
At Smartbox, we're proud to be at the forefront of assistive communication technology. Our innovative products are used globally by individuals with diverse needs. Our values - passionate, caring, empowering, achieving together, and enabling change - resonate in everything we do.
Our Inclusive Culture
We believe in giving everyone a voice. Joining Smartbox means joining a diverse team that values collaboration and supports a community that relies on our technology for effective communication.
Our Commitment to Sustainability
At Smartbox, we not only innovate but also prioritise sustainability. We aim to minimise our carbon footprint and promote a greener world through sustainable solutions. By joining us, you'll contribute to shaping a more inclusive society while actively supporting our sustainability efforts.
Our D&I Commitments
At Smartbox, we prioritise diversity and inclusivity in our work environment. Here's how we do it:
- Recognised as a Disability Confident Employer by the UK Government and Founding Partner of Purple Tuesday.
- Our recruitment practices are inclusive and barrier-free, with adjustments available during the application process and throughout your career with us.
- We believe in adding to our culture, not just fitting in. Our diverse team combines unique talents to create products that reflect the diversity of our users and customers.
Rewards and Benefits
Discover a world of rewards and benefits tailored to your wellbeing at Smartbox. Beyond a competitive salary and private medical insurance, explore perks like a hybrid working model, wellness benefits, and paid volunteering days. Dive into our website to uncover all the fantastic benefits waiting for you at Smartbox.
Ready to Make a Difference
Join us at Smartbox and embark on a fulfilling career where your work truly matters. Click the link where you will be redirected to our Careers site where you can make your application.
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Engineering Manager
Posted 1 day ago
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Our client is one of the largest facilities management and maintenance contractors in theUK, offering market leading opportunities for talented professionals looking for long term career progression.
We are looking for anEngineering Manager who wants to work in a diverse rolewhere no two days are the same.
Due to an increase in upcoming projects, there is now a need for anEngineering Manager to join this highly successful and forward-thinking organisation.
TheEngineering Manager, will be responsible for:
- Managing and overseeing all Mechanical and Electrical systems on site
- Managing the BMS
- Overseeing the permittance of subcontractors
- Approving RAMS and issuing Sanctions to Isoalte.
- Checking all PPM work
- Managing KPIs and SLAs
- Carrying out operational and maintenance activities as directed by the Senior Operations Manager
To be successful for this Engineering Manager role you must have:
- City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation
- City & Guilds 2391
- SSoW Permitting experience
- Familiar with Schneider BMS
- HV Authorised is desirable
- CDM is desirable
If you feel you have the necessary skills set and experience to perform thisEngineering Managerrole , and you are interested in an opportunity offering unparalleled career development, please apply now.
Engineering Manager
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PSV Engineering Manager
Commercial PSV Company
ONLY Apply if you have a MINIMUM of 2 years Supervisor/Workshop Management Experience
Basic Salary up to 60k+ per annum,Bonus, + More Bens
Company Vehicle or Vehicle Allowance Provided
Permanent Position
Mon - Fri, Days.
40hrs per Week
Job Description
Working with the UK'sBEST Engineering Companies; the exciting role of PSV Engineering Manager has become available on a permanent position. The role will involve you havign the following responsibilties:
- Ensure that all staff are fully instructed on safe workshop practices and correct use of all workshop equipment
- Ensure the workshop works to legal and Company standards at all times
- Responsible for a team of PSV Technicians; leading, motivating and supporting them to work to a high standard
- Responsible for people and performance management of the team including time and attendance
- Responsible for the daily control of the workshop in order to maintain a high level of productivity and quality repair
- Ensure customer satisfaction and Company performance targets are met
- Schedule work to maximise efficiency of the workshop
Desired Skills And Experience
You will either have experience working on PSV vehicles and/or the qualifications to do so. Not essential but ideally you will have a PSV driving license as well as experience working on a variety of commercial vehicles. To be considered you MUST have the following:
- City & Guilds / NVQ level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Mechanics, Maintenance & Repair or equivalent
- Full UK Driving Licence
- PSV Technician and workshop experience
- COSHH/IOSH
- Experience of working in a management role (supervisory/above)
CD Auto EngineeringRecruitment Ltd
We are a specialist engineering & technical agency working within the HGV & Bus industry. We work alongside national and multinational companies within this industry, as well as councils and commercial vehicle rental companies. We recruit for roles across the board so if you are a HGV, PSV or commercial vehicle industry professional please get in touch. We recruit for technicians, operatives, controllers, admin staff and management. If this isn't the role for you, but you would like to hear what we have available or have a chat about your future job, please get in touch at the email below.
Application Process
If you have the above skills and wish to be considered for this position or find out more details then please contact Calvyn Desiror submit your CV by applying now!
I will endeavour to contact all applicants however, if you do not hear from me within two weeks then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful.