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We are looking for a Senior Manager of Engineering to join our Christchurch team!A variety of soft skills and experience may be required for the following role Please ensure you check the overview below carefully.In this role, you will be responsible to lead the Mobility and Industrial Team to ensure delivery of all technical deliverables (external and internal) to cost, quality and schedule. Critically the Senior Manager of Engineering shall ensure that appropriate processes are implemented to ensure the management of technical risk and that appropriate measures are used to evaluate and monitor technical performanceLocation: Christchurch UKBenefits: Paid Time Off | Retirement with Employer Match | Health and Wellness Benefits | Learning and Development Opportunities | Competitive Pay | Bonus Scheme | Recognition | Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive CultureYour Challenge:Create 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 safety, price, quality and delivery targets and which will enable the company to function and compete effectively in the marketDetermine, set and deliver goals and objectives for the department in line with the companys strategic aims and objectivesEnsure the appropriate systems and procedures are established, used and developed, to deliver best practice in engineeringDevelop and maintain appropriate SQEP levels for all engineering functionsEnsure technical gateway reviews are regularly and effectively conducted to drive, plan, monitor and control the delivery of engineering solutions to schedule, budget and to the agreed quality levelEscalate and manage technical risks and issues and perform root cause analysis and resolve problemsDevelop, implement and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) for each area of responsibilityIdentify and deploy technical skill sets, resource levels and systems to deliver projects, including the engagement if external resources as requiredConstantly promote high standards through personal example and roll out through the team so that each member understands the standards and behaviours expected of themLead and contribute to continuous improvement activitiesWhat You Bring:Degree level (or equivalent) in engineering discipline Demonstrable experience in leading and developing multi-disciplined teams Some experience of financial management, including budgeting and financial reporting Strategic thinker with clear analytical skills and the ability to balance long-term and short-term priorities Commercially and financially aware Ability to challenge and influence at all levels Strong negotiation and decision-making skillsPositive and pragmatic approach to achieving resultsThe ability to analyse problems and recommend a course of actionStrong leadership and people management skills, including leading a team and managing and motivating staff to achieve challenging goalsAbout Us:Curtiss-Wright Industrial Division, which includes the product brands of Arens Controls, Penny & Giles, PG Drives Technology and Williams Controls, is an excellent supplier in providing components and sub-systems which enable customer specific solutions for on- and off-highway vehicles. These include medium- and heavy-duty trucks, buses and motor coaches, construction and agricultural vehicles, materials handling, and other specialty vehicles, as well as sophisticated wheelchairs and scooters for medical mobility.We develop and manufacture electronic throttle controls, transmission shifters and sensors for commercial off-highway equipment and heavy trucks, helping to address the long-term trend towards attaining higher fuel efficiency and lower emissions. We also supply operator controls and advanced motor controllers for hybrid and electric vehicles, such as buses, forklift trucks, pallet stackers, wheelchairs, and rehabilitation chairs.Our Values Environmental, Social and GovernanceNo unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright. Compliance StatementThis position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn. Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.For US Applicants: EEO is The Law click here for more information.If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.