Automation Engineering Manager — AI-Driven Scale & Delivery

Methodfi; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - GBP 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager for a hybrid role to drive automation initiatives and collaborate across teams. In this position, you will solve complex operational problems, influence automation strategies, and ensure impactful delivery with a focus on AI and engineering discipline. The role requires strong leadership and technical skills to foster a high-performing team dedicated to operational resilience and regulatory compliance. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Generous salary up to £110,000

27 days holiday + bank holidays

Volunteering days

Option to work abroad

Private medical insurance

Learning budget of £750

Cycle to Work initiatives

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading engineering teams and projects.
• Strong knowledge of automation and AI in production environments.
• Experience working in regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Define priorities and delivery aligned with business goals.
• Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and well-integrated.
• Lead and mentor engineers within the Automation team.
• Oversee delivery health and operational excellence within the domain.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Technical problem-solving

Automation expertise

AI and data integration

Education

Experience in engineering management

Tools

Node.js

React

MongoDB

AWS

Microsoft Power Platform

Job description

A leading tech firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager for a hybrid role to drive automation initiatives and collaborate across teams. In this position, you will solve complex operational problems, influence automation strategies, and ensure impactful delivery with a focus on AI and engineering discipline. The role requires strong leadership and technical skills to foster a high-performing team dedicated to operational resilience and regulatory compliance. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.