Engineering and Manufacturing Executive Search

C-suite and functional leadership for manufacturing, precision engineering, aerospace and industrials.

Top Tier Recruitment and Head Hunting for the Engineering and Manufacturing Sector


Engineering and manufacturing businesses are facing some of the most complex challenges in their history. Whether it’s supply chain disruption, sustainability targets, digital transformation or the ongoing demand for innovation, the need for capable, commercially minded leadership has never been greater.

At Moon Executive Search, we support organisations across the engineering and manufacturing landscape to appoint senior leaders who can deliver real impact. Our clients range from high-growth scale-ups and family-owned manufacturers to listed groups and multinationals with international reach.

Our executive search assignments cover a wide range of senior leadership roles, including:

    • Managing Directors and CEOs

    • Operations and Manufacturing Directors

    • Engineering and Technical Leaders

    • Finance Directors and Commercial Executives

    • Supply Chain and Procurement Heads

    • Health, Safety and Environmental Leadership

    • Board Chairs and Non-Executive Directors

We take a collaborative and considered approach to every appointment. Our consultants invest time in understanding your operation, your culture and your future plans. We shape the search to reflect your specific needs, creating a clear and inclusive process that identifies the right individuals to move your business forward.

Moon Executive Search is known for a values-led, approachable style. We work closely with clients across the South West and beyond, supporting both local and global campaigns. Whether you are planning succession, entering a new phase of growth, or strengthening your board, we provide objective advice and practical support.

We are also experienced in helping businesses transition through change, whether that’s modernising leadership structures, preparing for investment, or building the senior team for a new facility or site.

The right leadership makes all the difference. If you're seeking senior talent in the engineering or manufacturing sector, we would be pleased to help. Get in touch today for a friendly, informal conversation.

Executive Recruiters with a Global Reach

Moon Executive Search are incredibly proud of our network that spreads not just across the UK but also across the globe, meaning we have both the reach and capability to conduct search campaigns all around the world.

We have successfully managed campaigns in Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East, offering retained executive search services to many global branded corporations, from manufacturing to professional services and retail.

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