Engineering & Technology Manager

The client is a leading international provider of advanced and engineered solutions for mission and business-critical networks. Specialising in network infrastructure and telecommunications, the company serves industries such as mining, transport, oil & gas, utilities, and emergency services. Known for its innovative technology solutions, the client integrates and optimises networks while delivering digital transformation programs to transition from legacy to new technologies. The company prioritises safety, reliability, efficiency, and security and maintains high standards in quality, health, safety, and environmental practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Technology Research & Integration: Lead efforts to research and identify new technologies that align with customer needs and improve production efficiency. Develop and drive the integration of new technologies into products and systems, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Technology Roadmap: Drive the development and execution of a technology roadmap for future product advancements, leveraging existing technologies and meeting industry trends.
• Standards Development: Collaborate with the Head of Engineering to establish and implement new standards, processes, and specifications to ensure high-quality design and production.

• Project Engineering Leadership: Oversee complex engineering projects, ensuring designs meet industry best practices, safety requirements, and customer specifications. Manage product design transitions into production, including developing material specifications and test plans.
• Documentation & Compliance: Manage all engineering documentation, ensuring that designs, user requirements, and testing procedures comply with relevant standards and are properly version-controlled.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct independent quality checks on engineering designs to ensure they meet customer requirements and relevant standards.

• Technology Innovation: Lead research and experimentation with emerging technologies, including battery storage, solar systems, and hybrid power solutions, to maintain a competitive edge.
• Prototype Development: Oversee proof-of-concept and prototype work to evaluate new technologies for integration into products.

• Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams, including product management, to ensure new technologies align with business needs and customer expectations. Advocate for new technology solutions and communicate their benefits across teams.

• Project Oversight: Lead planning, development, and successful implementation of new technology projects. Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet customer specifications.
• Resource & Risk Management: Efficiently allocate resources and manage risks throughout the project lifecycle.

• Customer Focus: Ensure engineering solutions meet customer needs, regularly engage with stakeholders to provide updates on project progress, and mitigate risks.

• Team Development: Lead a small team of engineers and designers, fostering high performance through mentoring, skills development, and performance management.
• Work Allocation: Forecast and prioritize workloads, hiring additional engineers as required to address skills gaps and business growth.

• Cross-functional Support: Participate in the achievement of business strategy through involvement in special initiatives and programs.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures, including health, safety, and security regulations.