Head of Group Engineering

Grinsty Rail Ltd.; Redditch; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Head of Group Engineering to oversee all engineering functions. This role involves managing cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and driving innovation. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in engineering leadership and strong project management skills. The position offers a senior leadership package with performance incentives.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in engineering leadership within manufacturing, electronics, or industrial engineering environments.
• Strong understanding of product development, R&D, design, and engineering processes.
• Experience managing multi-disciplinary engineering teams and cross-functional projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the engineering teams across all divisions.
• Oversee product development lifecycle from concept through to delivery.
• Ensure all engineering outputs comply with regulatory, quality, and safety standards.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Product development

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication skills

Job description

Department: Engineering
Reports To: Managing Director / Group Board
Location: Redditch (with travel to company sites as required)

Company Overview

Grinsty is a growing engineering, electronics, and manufacturing company specialising in high-quality industrial solutions. The company is actively expanding through the acquisition of engineering and manufacturing businesses to strengthen its capabilities and support long-term growth.

A key part of Grinsty’s operations is its rail division, which designs and manufactures advanced electronic systems and refurbishes components for the rail industry. This includes control electronics and monitoring systems, providing innovative and reliable solutions for rolling stock manufacturers and operators worldwide.

As part of the Grinsty group, Monitran Ltd complements these operations by producing vibration and displacement sensors for condition monitoring and predictive maintenance, enhancing the group’s overall technical expertise and product range.

Role Purpose

The Head of Group Engineering is responsible for leading and overseeing all engineering functions across the group, ensuring the development and delivery of high-quality, innovative products that meet customer requirements and support business growth.

This role ensures alignment between Engineering, Operations, Sales, and Quality teams to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to specification, while driving continuous improvement and technical excellence across the group.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering Leadership

• Lead and manage the engineering teams across all divisions, including design, development, R&D, and technical support.
• Oversee product development lifecycle from concept through to delivery, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and industry standards.
• Drive innovation and the development of new products and solutions to maintain competitive advantage.
• Establish engineering KPIs and monitor team performance to ensure objectives are met.

Technical Excellence & Quality

• Ensure all engineering outputs comply with relevant regulatory, quality, and safety standards.
• Work closely with Quality teams to embed best practices in design verification, testing, and product validation.
• Implement robust engineering processes, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and documentation across the group.

Project & Resource Management

• Oversee the planning and allocation of engineering resources to ensure efficient delivery of projects.
• Collaborate with Operations and Production to ensure smooth handover from engineering to manufacturing.
• Support budgeting, cost control, and capital expenditure planning for engineering initiatives.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, motivate, and develop engineering teams, promoting a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Conduct performance reviews, mentoring, and succession planning to build a high-performing technical team.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and professional development of key engineering personnel.

Strategic & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate closely with Sales and Marketing to understand customer requirements and support technical proposals.
• Partner with Operations to ensure engineering outputs are production-ready and meet delivery schedules.
• Work with Finance and senior management to align engineering strategy with business objectives and growth plans.

Systems & Reporting

• Maintain engineering data, drawings, and documentation to ensure accuracy, traceability, and accessibility.
• Provide regular reports on engineering performance, project progress, and technical risks to the Managing Director or Board.
• Implement engineering software and tools to optimise design, testing, and project management processes.

Key Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in engineering leadership within manufacturing, electronics, or industrial engineering environments.
• Strong understanding of product development, R&D, design, and engineering processes.
• Experience managing multi-disciplinary engineering teams and cross-functional projects.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical decision-making skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and people management abilities.
• Familiarity with relevant engineering software, project management tools, and industry standards.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver projects on time and within budget.

Personal Attributes

• Strategic thinker with technical and operational pragmatism.
• Innovative, proactive, and results-oriented.
• Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills.
• Committed to quality, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.

Salary
Senior leadership package with performance incentives and additional benefits. Full remuneration details available on request for shortlisted candidates.

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