Engineering Manager - Plant & Equipment
- swynnerton, england, United Kingdom
- Job type not listed
- £90 - £120 Per Hour
Job Description
Morgan Sindall Infrastructure Energy is seeking an exceptional Engineering Manager - Plant & Equipment to lead the future development, performance and innovation of plant and equipment across our national Energy portfolio, supporting major frameworks with National Grid, GGP, SSEN and SPEN. This is a newly created leadership role with a unique opportunity to shape how plant and equipment is selected, developed, deployed and continuously improved across one of the UK's largest energy infrastructure delivery businesses. Working at the interface between Engineering, Operations and Magnor Plant , Morgan Sindall Infrastructure's in-house plant and transport business, you will drive engineering excellence, innovation and standardisation while ensuring plant solutions remain safe, efficient, productive and fit for the future. You will lead the development of new plant strategies, influence investment decisions, improve operational performance and champion innovative engineering solutions that enhance productivity, reduce risk and support the delivery of critical energy infrastructure projects. As the technical leader for plant and equipment engineering, you will play a central role in transforming the way we design and deploy plant assets across the business.
About The Role
You will work closely with Magnor Plant, operational delivery teams, engineering leaders and supply chain partners to develop and implement a long-term plant strategy that improves safety, productivity, sustainability and efficiency. The role combines engineering leadership, innovation, technical governance and operational improvement, ensuring the business continues to develop industry-leading solutions that support successful project delivery. You will be responsible for identifying opportunities to enhance plant performance, introducing emerging technologies, standardising equipment solutions and embedding lessons learned across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
Engineering Leadership & Plant Strategy- Develop and lead the Plant & Equipment Engineering Strategy for the Energy business.
- Define future plant capability requirements to support business growth and operational delivery.
- Build a strong collaborative partnership with Magnor Plant to optimise plant performance and asset utilisation.
- Provide technical leadership for plant selection, specification and deployment to ensure fit for purpose.
- Develop standard engineering solutions that can be scaled across multiple projects and frameworks.
- Act as the senior engineering focal point for plant and equipment matters across the business.
- Lead innovation programmes focused on improving safety, productivity and quality.
- Identify, trial and implement new technologies, equipment and modern methods of construction.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives based on operational performance data and lessons learned.
- Champion innovation opportunities arising from project teams, suppliers and Magnor Plant.
- Develop future-focused engineering solutions that support the Energy business strategy.
- Promote digital technologies, automation and smarter ways of working.
- Lead investigations into plant-related incidents and near misses.
- Conduct root cause analysis and implement effective corrective actions.
- Embed organisational learning into standards, procedures and equipment specifications.
- Champion a culture of verification, compliance and proactive risk management.
- Support major projects in selecting plant solutions that maximise productivity and minimise risk.
- Share best practice and standardise successful solutions across the Energy business.
- Ensure appropriate engineering standards, governance and controls are maintained across plant operations.
- Lead technical reviews of plant specifications, modifications and engineering solutions.
- Maintain a culture of engineering integrity, accountability and continual improvement.
- Develop strong relationships with Magnor Plant, suppliers and equipment manufacturers.
- Influence equipment development and product improvement with strategic supply chain partners.
- Support procurement activities through technical evaluation and specification development.
- Collaborate across Engineering, Operations, HSEQ and Commercial functions.
- Represent the business in discussions relating to plant innovation and industry best practice.
About You
You are a forward-thinking engineering leader who combines technical expertise with a passion for innovation, improvement and operational excellence. You enjoy solving complex engineering challenges, influencing stakeholders and driving positive change. Most importantly, you recognise that world-class plant and equipment solutions can transform both safety and productivity. You are equally comfortable developing long-term engineering strategy, engaging with senior leaders, collaborating with operational teams and working directly with suppliers to develop innovative solutions.
Essential Requirements
- Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Significant experience in engineering leadership roles within utilities, energy, infrastructure or construction.
- Strong understanding of plant and equipment used in major infrastructure delivery environments.
- Experience leading engineering improvement, innovation or asset performance programmes.
- Knowledge of plant engineering, lifting operations and equipment management.
- Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
- Experience working across complex supply chains and operational environments.
- Proven ability to deliver sustainable business improvement and engineering change.
- Strong understanding of engineering governance and risk management principles.
Desirable
- Experience within Overhead Line (OHL) delivery environments.
- Chartered Engineer status or working towards chartership.
- Experience leading innovation, product development or plant improvement programmes.
- Knowledge of modern methods of construction (MMC).
What Success Looks Like
- Engineering-led plant strategy embedded across the Energy business.
- Strong collaborative partnership established between Energy and Magnor Plant.
- Improved plant utilisation, availability and operational performance.
- Increased adoption of innovative plant solutions and modern construction methods.
- Measurable productivity and efficiency improvements across projects.
- Standardised engineering solutions deployed across multiple frameworks.
- Industry-leading reputation for plant engineering excellence and innovation.
- Robust engineering governance supporting safe and effective operations.
What is in it for you?
- Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days.
- Flexible and adaptable working
- Family friendly policies and work/life approach
- Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support
- Contributory pension scheme
- Annual bonus scheme
- Recognition scheme and long service awards
- Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance (if applicable to role)
- We also provide the option to participate in our share-save scheme; discounts including cycle to work and gym membership; a support and advice service for colleagues and their families, and more.
About The Energy Business Unit
We have extensive experience in upgrading and replacing energy networks, delivering asset management for major UK energy companies and network operators. Our transmission and distribution services involve the upgrading and replacement of electricity assets both above and below ground. Within the electricity sector we install and maintain assets, including excavation, laying, and jointing of cables, (fluid filled and XLPe), substations and overhead line, new build, repair, and refurbishment services.
Morgan Sindall is an equal opportunities employer and has been accredited with the Positive About Disabled People ‘Two Ticks’ accreditation. We are also an Investors in People company.
Morgan Sindall is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK.
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