Engineering Manager, Mechanical

Aggreko plc is the global leader in the rental of power and temperature control products.  With over 100 locations in more than 30 countries they offer 24/7 services to companies across a variety of industries.

Aggreko is a FTSE 250 company and, while large and global in scale and structure, the business retains a highly entrepreneurial and service-led culture where talented individuals with high levels of mental agility and flexibility of approach tend to be very successful. As the business is sizable it offers outstanding career opportunities, including world class training and development.

We are seeking an Engineering Manager, Mechanical who will report to the Head of Systems Engineering, Manufacturing and Technology and who will lead a team comprising Chief Engineers, Principal Engineers, Mechanical Development Engineers, Project Engineers and Design Draughtsmen. We are particularly interested in people who can enhance the teams capability in computer based modelling/simulation and processes to enhance product development and reliability.

This person will be responsible for all mechanical engineering aspects of the continuing development and technical support of the Aggreko product range as well as for the execution of mechanical product development and the provision of technical support to internal customers and the supply chain.

The Engineering Manager with work very closely with the Head of Technology, Heads of Product Management and the Head of Systems Engineering to arrive at engineering specifications that optimise the commercial potential of new and existing products.  They will also carry out technical liaison with key suppliers regarding the selection of components, their support in production and subsequently throughout the lifetime of the product.

Candidates will ideally have a good Degree in Mechanical Engineering with relevant experience and training in product development and design.  Chartered Engineer status is preferred as is experience of a design/development role in a commercially demanding manufacturing environment.

We are looking for a highly committed and goal driven leader with good planning and organisational skills and the ability to quickly identify the critical issues.  Candidates should be ambitious and demonstrate the potential to move to a more senior level within the Aggreko organisation.

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