Engineering Manager (Bespoke Machinery & Automation)£76,000 - £84,000 + Progression to Engineering Director + Bonus + Pension + Increasing Holiday + Free ParkingTauntonAre you an experienced Engineering Manager, Head of Engineering, or a technically strong leader with a background in bespoke machinery, automation, and commissioning, ready to step into a pivotal leadership role within a well-established OEM business?This is a rare opportunity to join a market-leading manufacturer as part of a structured succession plan, offering a clear pathway to Engineering Director. You will lead a multi-disciplinary engineering team, driving innovation, safety, and continuous improvement across the design, build, and commissioning of highly specialised, engineered-to-order machinery supplied to global markets.With over 100 years of engineering heritage, the company has built a reputation for delivering precision-engineered capital equipment, integrating advanced automation technologies including PLCs, drives, and control systems. Continued investment in both product development and people has created the need for a senior engineering leader to help shape the future technical direction of the business.This role is ideal for someone from an Engineering Manager, senior commissioning, or field service leadership background, who has hands-on experience delivering and commissioning bespoke machinery, and is now looking to step into a broader, more strategic leadership position within an OEM environment.The Role:Lead, mentor, and develop the Engineering Department, setting technical standards and long-term directionDrive innovation in machinery design, automation, and controls (PLCs, drives, HMI/SCADA systems)Oversee the full lifecycle of bespoke machinery projects, from concept through to build, installation, and commissioningEnsure all equipment meets CE, UL, and UKCA compliance standardsChampion best practices in technical documentation, risk assessments, and design FMEASupport customer-facing engineering activities including installation, commissioning, service, and aftersales supportThe Person:Engineering leader in OEM/capital equipmentExperience commissioning bespoke machinery (PLCs, drives, controls)Degree qualified (or equivalent)Commercially aware with strong CAPEX/project delivery expertiseReference: BBBH24579If you're interested in this role, click 'Apply Now' to submit an up-to-date CV.We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline and will be dependent on experience, qualifications, and skill set.Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this role, you accept our Terms & Conditions, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers.JBRP1_UKTJ