Head of Engineering Permanent PositionExcellent Salary Available (Car allowance, Bonus scheme, 4x Salary Life Assurance, Bonus scheme, 4.5% matched Pension)Growing Manufacturing BusinessTelfordOwen Daniels have partnered with Polytec in Telford as they look to appoint a Head of Engineering to help lead and support the execution and successful delivery of secured business with major growth plans over the coming years. Polytec are a Tier 1 Automotive supplier of high-quality exterior plastic components, supplying into some of the biggest names in the Automotive industry. Head of Engineering Job DescriptionStrategy & Development Overall responsibility for Engineering activities across the businessCreate and implement best practice engineering vision, strategy, policies, processes and procedures to aid and improve business performanceEnsure that engineering strategies and processes are in place to meet business objectives and operational needs in terms of price, quality and delivery targets and which enables the company to function and compete effectively in the marketEvaluate the challenges faced by the business and take action to mitigate risks and develop opportunitiesContribute to overall business strategy and annual budget processGeneral & Task ManagementProviding technical support to the business development, estimating and onsite engineering teamsResponsible for overseeing all aspects of build design, from contract award to handoverLead the preparation of technical and contract documentation for issue and analysis of returned tendersAssisting projects with value engineering and financial control of contracts during construction stageDevelop planning and prioritise processes to ensure that multi-disciplinary resource is well aligned to maximise delivery of projectsEnsure any new equipment or engineering activity is supported with appropriate qualification documentation and that this is appropriately stored. Ensure up to date drawings are maintained appropriatelyWork with Marketing department on product development, market opportunities and trendsPeople Management Provide leadership to departments under control and coach, mentor and develop direct reports and manage a high performing team that delivers continuous improvement, added value and cost reductionsSet department objectives and monitor ongoing progress and performanceEnsure strong communication between teams under leadership to facilitate exchange of information and in order to implement change and improvementsHead of Engineering Essential Qualifications / Experience / SkillsEducated to degree level (preferably Masters) in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent NVQ Level 7 qualificationDemonstrable experience of leading an engineering function with a proven track record in strategic engineering leadership delivering effective engineering strategies, policies, processes and systemsKnowledge and technical understanding of automotive processes, components and design techniquesAbility to add value, reduce costs and make business improvementsProven project management and supplier experienceExperience of operating and influencing at a strategic levelTrack record of successfully managing multiple large-scale projectsHead of Engineering Desirable Qualifications / Experience / SkillsFellow or Chartered Member of an industry related Professional BodyProject Management qualification e.g. PRINCE2