Technical ManagerWest Midlands£40,000 - £45,000 + benefitsFull-time, PermanentI am currently recruiting on behalf of a well established and growing UK manufacturer within the building hardware sector.This is a senior, hands-on Technical Manager role responsible for leading product development, certification, compliance and technical support across a specialist engineered product range.This position sits at the centre of Product, Sales and Operations, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, compliantly and to the highest technical standards.The RoleLead technical projects from concept through to launchManage product specification, development and testing processesOversee certification and regulatory compliance requirementsLiaise with external testing bodies and industry regulatorsWork closely with international manufacturing partnersSupport the sales team with technical expertise and customer guidanceConduct occasional customer site visits and technical trainingIdentify opportunities for product innovation and improvementAbout YouProven experience in a Technical Manager, Product Manager or similar technical leadership roleBackground within building hardware, engineered mechanical products or related sectorsStrong knowledge of product testing, certification and compliance standardsExperience working cross-functionally with sales, operations and manufacturingExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsA hands-on, solutions-focused mindset