Chief Technology Officer
hace 13 horas
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Newcastle Up to £110,000 + Benefits Our client is a leading multidisciplinary engineering firm, delivering innovative products and technical solutions utilised by customers across the globe. With a strong reputation for excellence, they combine advanced engineering expertise with a collaborative approach to solve complex industrial challenges. Reporting directly to the CEO, the Chief Technology Officer will provide strategic leadership and day-to-day management of the Engineering Department. You will be ultimately responsible for the delivery of high-quality technical solutions to customers, as well as providing technical services and support to internal functions. This is a pivotal role within the Senior Leadership Team, offering the opportunity to shape the company’s technical direction, drive innovation, and influence business-wide performance. Key Responsibilities • Lead and manage a multidisciplinary engineering department, including power electronics (hardware/software), electrical machine design, PCB and mechanical design teams., • Oversee the successful delivery of technical solutions, products, and services to customers worldwide., • Define and deliver product roadmap in collaboration with other members of the senior team., • Drive continuous improvement across engineering processes to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and output quality., • Identify and implement product improvements, focusing on value enhancement, issue resolution, and cost reduction., • Collaborate with commercial and business development teams to define technical solutions, costing, and delivery resourcing to support sales conversion., • Support manufacturing in resolving product issues, including returned or defective products, and assist procurement with technical expertise where required., • Act as a key member of the Senior Management Team, contributing to overall business strategy and operational priorities., • Lead, mentor, and develop engineering managers and wider team members, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and collaboration. Key Requirements • Proven experience in a senior engineering leadership role (CTO, Engineering Director, or similar)., • Strong background in multidisciplinary engineering environments, ideally including power electronics and electrical systems., • Demonstrated ability to lead and scale high-performing technical teams., • Experience in product development, roadmap planning, and lifecycle management., • Commercial awareness with the ability to support business development and sales activities., • Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills., • Passion for innovation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. What’s on Offer • Executive-level influence within a globally recognised engineering business., • Opportunity to shape technical strategy and drive innovation at scale., • Competitive salary, bonus, and benefits package., • A collaborative and forward-thinking leadership environment. If you are an experienced technology leader ready to take on a high-impact role within a globally respected engineering organisation, contact Andrew or Laurence at KO2 today.