Engineering Manager
| Posting date: | 23 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £45,000.0 to £55,000.0 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £50,000 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 March 2026 |
| Location: | Kendal, Cumbria, LA12 0LD |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4773589_1771865932 |
Summary
Your new company
A well‑established manufacturing business with a high‑volume production site. The environment is fast‑paced, technically varied, and focused on continuous improvement and operational performance.
Your new role
You will lead the engineering function on site, driving reliability, performance and capability across all equipment and processes. You'll manage a team of engineers, oversee maintenance, deliver projects, and support site operations to meet performance and growth targets.
What you'll need to succeed
- Leadership experience within a manufacturing or production environment
- Strong mechanical, electrical and automation knowledge
- Proven results improving uptime, reliability and engineering standards
- Experience managing budgets, maintenance strategies and capital projects
- A practical, collaborative approach with the ability to influence across teams
What you'll get in return
- Ownership of the site's engineering strategy and performance
- The opportunity to lead improvement programmes and deliver measurable gains
- Scope to develop and mentor engineering teams
- A key role with visibility and influence across site operations
What you need to do now
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