Chief Engineering Officer

Location: St Asaph

About the Role

Glyndwr Innovations Ltd (GIL) seeks an inspiring and collaborative Chief Engineer Officer to lead its engineering, research, and innovation activities.

This senior role offers the opportunity to shape GIL’s strategic direction, strengthen partnerships between academia and industry, and foster a culture of excellence. Working closely with Wrexham University and external partners, you will help deliver GIL’s mission and support Wrexham University’s Strategic Vision 2030.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership across GIL’s engineering, research, and innovation functions.
• Lead applied research, technical operations, and commercial projects to achieve sustainable outcomes.
• Drive business growth through effective commercialisation and partnership development.
• Build trusted relationships with industry, academia, and government.
• Empower multidisciplinary teams to innovate and collaborate effectively.
• Strengthen links between GIL, the University, and external partners to enhance research, enterprise, and knowledge change.

About You

You are a strategic, forward-thinking engineering leader who:

• Holds a degree (or higher) in mechanical engineering and is a Chartered Engineer (CEng).
• Has substantial senior leadership experience in engineering within commercial or research settings.
• Demonstrates success in leading innovation, managing complex projects, and developing impactful partnerships.
• Communicates with clarity, empathy, and authority.
• Promotes mentoring, continuous improvement, and professional growth.

Security Clearance

This role is subject to pre-employment screening under the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). Additional National Security Vetting (NSV) requirements may apply, including eligibility for Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV) clearance.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting contribution to the future of applied research and innovation within a dynamic, purpose-driven organisation. You’ll join a supportive community that values curiosity, creativity, and collaboration, and where your leadership will help shape the next generation of engineering excellence.

How to Apply:

Please submit a CV and cover lettering explaining how you meet the essential and desirable criteria of the role in support of your application.

Glyndwr Innovations Ltd and Wrexham University are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

Further details

Job Description

Wrexham University is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates and will ensure applicants will not be discriminated against due to their protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. The University will make all efforts to meet your access requirements, please contact our Human Resources Team as soon as possible to discuss any adjustments you may need.  

We welcome applications in Welsh and English. Any applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than applications submitted in English.

Closing Date: Wednesday 10 December 2025

Welsh Language Skills: Welsh language skills are desirable

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