Engineering Manager

Building the people that build the world.

With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer more efficient sustainable world. Through our RiSE talent development framework we Reach Identify Strengthen and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. Were a global company of problem solvers collaborators and innovators and our businesses build solutions that impact the world.

As part of Detection and Measurement Radiodetection is a global leader in the design and development of equipment and software used by utility companies to install protect and maintain underground infrastructure networks. Through precision and magnetic locators and ground penetrating radar we help prevent damage to infrastructure utilities and protect lives.

How you will make an Impact (Job Summary)
SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. As an Engineering Manager you will lead a high-performing multi-disciplinary engineering organisation and play a critical role in shaping the future of our Precision Locator and CAT product lines.
You will be a key member of the Engineering Senior Leadership Team working collaboratively with Product and Project Management to define and deliver product and technology roadmaps. You will lead through others to deliver high-quality outcomes ensuring strong alignment to business priorities while driving accountability for engineering delivery quality and timelines.
This role requires a leader who can balance strategic thinking with execution build strong teams and foster a culture of innovation ownership and continuous improvement
What you can expect in this role (Job Responsibilities)
While each day brings new opportunities at SPX your core responsibilities will be:
1. Driving Results & Accountability
Lead end-to-end engineering delivery across the Precision Locator and CAT product lines ensuring high-quality outcomes and reliable execution
Take ownership for full product lifecycle delivery from technology development through to industrialisation
Deliver consistent performance against timelines quality standards and business objectives
Act as a clear point of accountability enabling transparent reporting and effective decision-making

2. Leading High-Performing Teams
Build and lead a high-performing engineering organisation with strong accountability and collaboration
Develop leaders and technical specialists strengthening capability and organisational effectiveness
Foster an inclusive and engaged team environment that supports high performance

3. Collaboration & Strategic Alignment
Partner with Product Management Project Management and cross-functional teams to deliver aligned business outcomes
Build strong relationships across functions to ensure clarity of priorities and effective execution
Influence stakeholders through clear communication and sound technical insight

4. Driving Innovation & Continuous Improvement
Champion continuous improvement and problem-solving across engineering teams
Lead adoption of best-practice engineering processes and tools to improve quality and delivery efficiency
Drive innovation through adoption of new technologies and ways of working including digital and AI-enabled approaches where appropriate

5. Operational Excellence & Delivery Capability
Promote a first-time-right approach to quality speed and reliability
Implement design-for-reuse and value engineering approaches to improve efficiency and scalability
Lead industrialisation activity to ensure effective transition from development into manufacturing
Define and manage external partnerships to strengthen delivery capability flexibility and velocity

What we are looking for (Experience Knowledge Skills Abilities Education)
We each bring something to the table and we are looking for someone who has:
Required Experience
Demonstrated experience leading engineering teams in innovation and product development environments
Strong systems engineering capability within electronic-based product environments
Experience leading Verification and Validation activities
Proven ability to deliver complex engineering programmes through teams
Expertise in building successful teams facilitating change and coaching others to high performance
Extensive experience in managing IP/Patent portfolios

Preferred Experience Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Drives results and accountability
Builds and develops effective teams
Collaborates and influences across the organisation
Thinks strategically and aligns to business priorities
Leads innovation and continuous improvement
Demonstrates ownership integrity and sound judgment
Education & Certifications
Degree in Electronics Mechatronics Engineering or a related discipline or equivalent.
Travel & Working Environment
Occasional travel may be required

How we live our culture

Our culture is at the center of what we do and more importantly who we are. Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other. Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team each of us leads at SPX.

Why you should join us

We know that the well-being of our employees is integral. Our benefits include:

• Generous holiday with ability to buy/exchange enhanced maternity paternity and adoption leave
• Access to competitive insurance plans (including medical dental and travel) cycle to work and free parking from your first day
• Generous life assurance and employer contributions to company pension plan
• Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
• Educational assistance leadership development programs and recognition programs

Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion at SPX

We value different backgrounds experiences and voices at SPX and we are committed to challenging ourselves openly communicating and striving to improve every day. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realize their fullest potential.