Senior Engineering Manager

Senior Engineering Manager – Aberdeen
Lead the engineering function for a growing organisation delivering UK energy projects. This position offers an exciting opportunity to shape engineering excellence within a developing business, combining technical leadership, client development, and delivery capability. It’s ideal for a hands-on engineering leader seeking to influence operations and drive business growth.
Location and Working Pattern
Aberdeen, with travel to client and project sites across the UK, Norway, and Europe. This is a full-time role with flexibility around site and office-based working.
Client Overview
Our client is a well-established engineering and project delivery company providing innovative solutions across the energy and industrial sectors. With international collaboration and a commitment to integrity, quality, and sustainability, the business continues to strengthen its UK presence.
Responsibilities

Lead engineering activities from concept through detailed design, procurement, and commissioning.
Oversee engineering quality, scope, budget, and schedule management.
Develop client relationships and lead technical discussions to win new business.
Define engineering standards, resource requirements, and deliverables for UK operations.
Coordinate multi-discipline teams to ensure compliant and efficient project delivery.
Implement engineering readiness processes, ensuring UK regulatory and client standards are met.
Provide leadership on safety, quality, risk assessment, and design assurance.

Must-have Requirements

Extensive experience in engineering management within the UK energy or infrastructure sectors.
Proven record leading multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering major projects.
Strong understanding of engineering design, assurance, HSEQ, and project controls.
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
Degree-qualified in Engineering or a related discipline (Chartered Engineer status desirable).

Nice-to-have Skills

Previous experience in brownfield modifications or offshore work.
Understanding of UKCS engineering practices and client decision frameworks.
Exposure to cross-border collaboration between UK and European engineering teams.

Apply Now
If this Senior Engineering Manager role in Aberdeen aligns with your experience, apply now or send your CV to our recruitment team today. We look forward to reviewing your application and discussing the opportunity further.
 
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