Job Title: Production Engineering Manager

Location: Middlesbrough

The Company: A leading organisation in the offshore wind sector, committed to creating a safe working environment, minimising environmental impact, and delivering high-quality products.

Salary: Circa £55,000 - £75,000 (DOE)

Benefits:

* Comprehensive health benefits

* Retirement savings plan

* Opportunities for professional development and career progression

* Support for work-life balance

Job Description:

The Production Engineering Manager will oversee and drive the optimisation of production processes, ensuring efficiency, quality, and safety across the operation. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on production engineering expertise to improve manufacturing workflows, enhance productivity, and maintain operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

* Lead and manage production engineering processes, including process improvements, efficiency enhancements, and problem-solving initiatives.

* Define, implement, and uphold production standards, with a focus on welding, processing, and operational equipment.

* Oversee the planning and coordination of production projects, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met.

* Provide leadership in troubleshooting production line issues, identifying root causes, and implementing effective solutions to minimise downtime.

* Foster innovation in manufacturing processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams to introduce new technologies, tools, and methods.

* Drive continuous improvement initiatives to maximise resource utilisation and output quality.

* Manage and develop the Production Engineering Team, providing mentorship, training, and performance evaluations.

* Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and external stakeholders to align production goals with business needs.

* Oversee the implementation of production-level engineering requirements, including testing and validation of processes and products.

* Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards throughout production operations.

Skills & Experience:

* Relevant bachelor's or master's degree in manufacturing/engineering.

* Proven experience in a production or manufacturing engineering role.

* Strong leadership and team management skills, with a track record of mentoring and building high-performing teams.

* Exceptional problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical capabilities.

* Professional accreditation with an industry-related body would be advantageous.

* Experience withing welding or fabrication is desirable.

* CAD experience is desirable.

Why Should You Apply?

* Join a leading company in an innovative sector, making a tangible impact on environmental sustainability.

* Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

* Opportunities for career progression and professional development.

* Contribute to meaningful work in the renewable energy industry, driving change and innovation