Visionary Engineering Leader

Senior Engineering Director

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Engineering Director to lead our Product Design operations. As a key member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing business strategies that drive engineering excellence, technological advancement, and customer satisfaction.

1. Develop and implement comprehensive plans, structures, systems, policies, and procedures for innovative, cost-effective, and efficient Product Design operations.
2. Direct, lead, control, and coordinate all functional business activities of Product Design operations to achieve optimum business performance and excellent customer satisfaction.
3. Establish the direction for design/engineering development, guiding, mentoring, and directing continuous improvement efforts from the beginning of the product cycle through production to in-service developments, ensuring design for quality throughout the entire process.
4. Create a clear vision/mission for engineering/product design, clearly understood and accepted within the business.
5. Work with senior executives to establish an organisational structure for the engineering/product design team that best meets the short-term & long-term needs of an ever-changing business.
6. Lead major transformation initiatives and re-engineer processes and associated workflows across the product design function to create a robust governance framework for a world-class engineering design business.
7. Identify, investigate, and explore technological developments which can take the business into new market segments and/or strengthen our position in terms of market penetration or profitability in our existing market.
8. Accurately estimate the time, feasibility, complexity, and cost to complete projects, ensuring that safety, quality, and profit business goals are met and competitive to market.
9. Provide engineering & design consultancy including troubleshooting and solutions design ideas to the UGL Transport business, ensuring our products/solutions meet and where possible exceed customer expectations.
10. Manage and continually review all financial budgets examining innovative opportunities to reduce operational costs, reclaim development cost, and maximise profits.
11. Maximise and continually review all resources (human, plant, equipment, and materials) to ensure a timely, cost-effective operation, achievement of company objectives, and client satisfaction.
12. Develop and implement comprehensive measures for reporting the value and contribution the Product Design function is able to make to the business.
13. Manage the business interfacing with Operations, Corporate Office, Commercial & Market Management, Project Teams etc ensuring positive, mutually beneficial relationships.
14. Manage all operational legal compliance requirements and ensure ethical dealings with all external and internal parties.

• Extensive experience in engineering and product design management, preferably in the rail industry.
• Proven track record of driving innovation, improving efficiency, and enhancing customer satisfaction.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop and implement business strategies, manage budgets, and make informed decisions.
• Experience in leading transformation initiatives and re-engineering processes.
• Knowledge of engineering design principles, practices, and regulations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.

As a Senior Engineering Director, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of our organisation. You will be part of a dynamic team that values innovation, collaboration, and customer satisfaction. In return, we offer a competitive salary, bonus structure, and benefits package.

If you are a motivated and results-driven individual with a passion for engineering and product design, please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and qualifications.