Sr Engineer at Crane Co. in Ipswich, England, United Kingdom

Sr Engineer Location: Ipswich, UK Position Summary: Lead and deliver engineering development activities across the General Valve and Safety Valve portfolio, managing technical teams, project execution, and product lifecycle improvements. Responsible for ensuring compliance, safety, performance validation and efficient utilisation of development and test resources. Principle Responsibilities: Lead and coordinate direct and indirect engineering resources across multiple concurrent projects. Develop and maintain detailed project plans aligned to business master schedules and strategic objectives. Manage NPD project funnel stages 1-7 as necessary, with key focus on stages 2-5. Chair cross-functional project and productivity meetings, ensuring actions are tracked and delivered. Drive value engineering (VE), cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives. Own the creation, review, and maintenance of technical files, design calculations and product documentation. Ensure compliance with relevant standards and directives (e.g. PED, BS EN standards, internal specifications). Participate in associated audits and committees as necessary. Act as technical authority for product queries, non-conformances, and customer support issues. Ensure all engineering and development activities are conducted in accordance with company H&S policies and UK legislation (e.g. PUWER, COSHH where applicable). Lead or support risk assessments (RAMS), design risk reviews (DFMEA) and safe system of work development. Manage external engineering resource (IDC), assigning activities and maintaining regular cadence. Manage and optimise use of engineering development and laboratory/test resources. Oversee specification, selection, calibration and maintenance of test equipment and rigs. Manage external test houses or third-party validation activities where required. Support investment planning for future test capability and equipment upgrades. Provide regular progress reporting against project, cost and performance KPIs. Identify risks, constraints and resource challenges with mitigation strategies. Drive continuous improvement in engineering processes, tools and methodologies. International travel on occasion. Qualifications/Experience/Training: Essential Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline (BSc/BEng or MSc/MEng) Approximately 5–8 years’ experience in mechanical design / product development environment Demonstrable experience managing engineering projects and cross-functional teams Strong understanding of manufacturing processes (casting, machining, assembly, testing) Experience working to engineering standards and regulatory requirements (e.g. PED) Proven experience in product validation and testing Desirable Chartered Engineer status (CEng) or working towards. Experience in valves, HVAC, building services, or fluid systems. Knowledge of industry standards (e.g. BS EN 12266, HTM guidance, ISO frameworks, IATF 16949). Experience with DFMEA, risk management and structured NPD processes. Familiarity with Agile / Stage-Gate product development methodologies. Experience managing test laboratories or development facilities. Personal Characteristics: Strong leadership and accountability mindset. Highly organised with ability to manage multiple priorities. Detail-oriented with high standards for quality and compliance. Proactive, solutions-focused and commercially aware. Strong communication skills (technical and non-technical audiences). Collaborative and able to influence cross-functional stakeholders. Committed to safety, quality and continuous improvement. ABOUT US Crane Building Services and Utilities (BS&U) is part of the Fluid Handling Division of Crane Co. founded in 1855, which is a global, multi-industry, New York Stock Exchange quoted company. We design, manufacture, package and market engineered flow control solutions for the HVAC and Utility sectors, with strong sales into key growth export markets. The name Crane speaks of who we are, what we stand for and how our customers perceive us: A company with history and tradition, but also a company that is innovative, quality minded and one which acts with integrity and still holds to the resolution of its founder. Crane Co. was founded on 4th July 1855 by Richard Teller Crane who made the following resolution: "I am resolved to conduct my business in the strictest honesty and fairness; to avoid all deception and trickery; to deal fairly with both customers and competitors; to be liberal and just towards employees; and to put my whole mind upon the business." The essence of this resolution is the business policy of Crane Co. today. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity is key to our success and as such we are seeking applications from candidates who will contribute their different backgrounds, cultures and experiences to our business. #BSU #LI-MW1