Reading
Berkshire
Defence, MOD & Aerospace
Scantec Engineering
Permanent
Market related
JOB-89859
30-05-2025
Permanent, Full time
27-06-2025
Asap
United Kingdom

Senior Engineering Manager

Location: Reading/ Hybrid

About the Role:

Are you looking for an opportunity to lead a team of ambitious Engineers in the Nuclear sector?

Do you thrive on developing Engineers, and growing Engineering teams?

We’re looking for a skilled Engineering Manager with a proven track record in Engineering Leadership and a strong background in the Nuclear and Defence sectors. In this role, you’ll drive utilisation and profitability while fostering a culture of continuous improvement across high-profile projects.

This is a unique opportunity to influence the future of an established Engineering Department through strategic leadership, client optimisation, and commercial direction.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee Engineering team and ensure output is in line with company goals
  • Develop and grow an established team of Engineers including
    • Manage and assign Engineering resource to multiple projects
    • Performance reviews & appraisals
    • Training/upskilling practices
    • Recruitment
  • Contribute to overall direction of Engineering Department
  • Update and upkeep of Engineering Library
  • Ensure fluid communication between clients and Engineering Department for all client matters.

Qualifications & Experience:

  • 10 years’ experience in Engineering project delivery roles
  • SC clearance is preferrable for this role and the successful candidate must be willing to obtain DV clearance
  • Relevant Degree/HND qualified
  • CDM Regulations
  • NEBOSH

What We Offer:

  • A leadership role with significant scope to influence and enhance Engineering contribution across major projects.
  • Career progression and professional development opportunities in a fast-paced and evolving industry.
  • A collaborative and supportive working environment where your expertise will make a real impact.
  • Hybrid working; 2 days every two weeks site based
  • 9 day working fortnight
  • Competitive salary and package

If you are a forward-thinking professional with the passion and drive to make a difference, we want to hear from you. Apply today to be part of a team that is shaping the future of safety and quality in the nuclear sector.