Head of Engineering

Faststream Recruitment Group Southampton, England Aug 16, 2025

Type Full Time
Pay Not listed
Work Onsite
Level Senior

Head of Engineering focuses on this is a role for someone who combines creative engineering leadership with a proven ability to build.

What the role involves

  • This is a role for someone who combines creative engineering leadership with a proven ability to build.
  • Leading and structure the engineering team to deliver reliable, manufacturable, class compliant designs.
  • Own engineering delivery from concept to detailed design, testing, production handover, ILS and product safety.
  • Own the product and technology roadmap to align with stakeholder requirements.
  • Managing engineering budgets, forecasting, tools, training, and specialist resources.
  • Provide high-quality technical input to support commercial bids and business development.

Skills and requirements

  • Own the engineering delivery function — leading detailed design, system integration, certification, and the long-term development of their product and technologies.

Additional role context

  • O Marine engineering or wind propulsion background.
  • O Experience defining and executing technology and product roadmaps.
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