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Engineering Manager

Dunleer

Full time, Onsite

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Engineering Manager to lead our Energy Team (Tanks, Offshore) and Modular Team within the offshore and data centre manufacturing industry. This role will oversee a multidisciplinary engineering team, including mechanical and electrical engineers, ensuring the efficient execution of projects while maintaining the highest standards of quality, compliance, and innovation.

The Engineering Manager will play a key role in managing engineering schedules, ensuring seamless collaboration between departments, and optimizing product design to enhance manufacturability and cost efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Team Leadership & Engineering Management:
  • Lead and manage a team of engineers, including mechanical, electrical, design, and project engineers.
  • Ensure the production of high-quality engineering documentation aligned with the company’s manufacturing schedule.
  • Oversee the day-to-day operations of the engineering department, prioritizing tasks to meet project deadlines.
  • Support the professional development of the engineering team through training and mentorship.
  • 2. Engineering & Design Oversight:
  • Maintain and manage a structured resource plan for design engineers, ensuring all new contracts are assigned efficiently.
  • Oversee technical specifications, manufacturing drawings, and CAD designs to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.
  • Implement a quality control process to eliminate errors in engineering documentation before release to manufacturing.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product design, efficiency, and standardization.
  • 3. Sales & Customer Support:
  • Manage structured sales hand-over meetings to ensure clear transmission of order details to the engineering team.
  • Provide technical support to the Sales Team and customers during the quotation and post-order stages.
  • Address technical inquiries, ensuring product designs align with customer expectations and regulatory requirements.
  • 4. Factory & Production Support:
  • Liaise closely with manufacturing teams to address design queries and ensure smooth production workflows.
  • Work with suppliers and subcontractors to source components and materials in line with project specifications.
  • Assist the Quality Team in resolving field issues related to product design and manufacturing.
  • 5. Compliance & Industry Standards:
  • Ensure all engineering designs comply with regulatory approvals, industry standards, and offshore manufacturing requirements.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Pressure Vessel Codes and other relevant certifications.
  • Oversee R&D initiatives to drive innovation in offshore, modular, and data centre manufacturing solutions.
  • 6. Cost Optimisation & Continuous Improvement:
  • Implement a system for continuous improvement of technical specifications and manufacturing drawings.
  • Identify and implement design changes to reduce product costs through simplification and standardization.
  • Collaborate with procurement and production teams to improve cost efficiency and supply chain performance.

Qualification Guidelines:

Any combination equivalent of, but not limited to, the following:

  • 10+ years of experience in metal fabrication, offshore manufacturing, or data centre manufacturing, with at least 4 years in a management role leading engineering team.
  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering (master’s degree preferred).
  • Strong project management skills, with experience in design and drafting supervision.
  • Proven ability to interpret detailed technical specifications and drawings in a high-pressure production environment.
  • Experience in liaising with component suppliers and subcontractors to optimize manufacturing processes
  • Familiarity with Pressure Vessel Codes and offshore industry standards.
  • Proficiency in SolidWorks or equivalent 3D CAD software.
  • Previous experience in corrective action implementation and continuous process improvement.

Company Benefits:

  • Competitive salary package.
  • Company pension plan.
  • Comprehensive healthcare plan.
  • Employee referral bonus program.
  • Employee assistance program (EAP).
  • Free on-site parking.