Head of Engineering Delivery

Head of Engineering Delivery Lead engineering delivery for mission-critical defence technology. Rivencore Global Solutions is seeking a strategic and delivery-focused Head of Engineering Delivery to lead the performance and development of our Engineering function. This is a senior role with accountability for translating engineering strategy into effective execution. You will oversee complex engineering programmes, establish and maintain robust governance and ensure engineering outputs meet quality, safety, regulatory, cost and delivery requirements. Working across our organisation, you will help ensure the seamless transition of customer requirements from RFQ through design and into production. You will chair design reviews, manage engineering risks and opportunities, drive optimisation and embed Design for Excellence principles throughout the product lifecycle. You will also lead, coach and develop the engineering team, shaping its structure, capability and succession plans while promoting a culture of accountability, collaboration, safety, quality and technical excellence. About you We are looking for an accomplished engineering leader with strong technical and commercial judgement, excellent communication skills and the ability to influence customers, suppliers and stakeholders. The successful candidate will bring: 15 years’ engineering experience, including 5+ years in leadership roles. Excellent leadership, problem-solving and stakeholder-management skills. A prove track record of overseeing and delivering complex engineering projects. Knowledge of engineering and project-management tools and processes. Strong strategic, analytical and performance-reporting capabilities. The ability to operate autonomously, manage competing priorities and deliver against challenging deadlines. An engineering degree or equivalent relevant experience. CEng, PMP or PRINCE2 certification would be desirable. Why Join Rivencore? This is an opportunity to make a real impact by delivering durable, high-performance solutions engineered for continuous operation in extreme maritime environments. You'll work with experienced engineers on technically challenging projects, influence product development from concept through to certification, and continue to grow your expertise in a collaborative and supportive team.

15 years’ engineering experience, including 5+ years in leadership roles.

Excellent leadership, problem-solving and stakeholder-management skills.

A prove track record of overseeing and delivering complex engineering projects.

Knowledge of engineering and project-management tools and processes.

Strong strategic, analytical and performance-reporting capabilities.

The ability to operate autonomously, manage competing priorities and deliver against challenging deadlines.

An engineering degree or equivalent relevant experience.

CEng, PMP or PRINCE2 certification would be desirable.

About Us

At Rivencore Global Solutions, you’ll join a team that’s redefining naval technology through cutting‑edge engineering and precision manufacturing. Our systems power environmental awareness, aircraft landing aids, corrosion protection and mission‑critical capabilities used by navies in over 50 countries—built to perform flawlessly in the world’s harshest maritime environments. From innovative product development to full cradle‑to‑grave support, our people work side‑by‑side with global shipbuilders and defence partners to deliver solutions that keep crews safer and operations sharper. If you want to be part of a company where your work has real impact at sea, this is where you belong.