Deputy Engineering Manager

Deputy Engineering Manager - Oxfordshire - 55,000- 63,000

We are looking for a Deputy Engineering Manager to join our busy and exciting client in Oxfordshire. This role would suit a Lead/ Principal Engineer looking to move up with hands on people management experience.

This is a new position supporting the Engineering Manager with the growth of the business and tasks in the Engineering team.

Key Responsibilities:

• The Deputy Engineering Manager will be split between hands on design, project based tasks and dealing with customers and with managing the engineering and design team across the business
• Undertake 3D designs and create excellent and innovative design drawings working in line with the change management processes
• Assist the Engineering Manager and Director with all aspects of leading the team
• Deputise for the Engineering Manager when required

Key attributes:

• 3D CAD software experience - Solid Edge, Siemens NX or Solidworks ideal
• At least 10 years' experience in Mechanical Engineering and 1-2 years managing people
• Experience managing or leading a team of Engineers