Chief Technology Officer Job at Manufacturing Technology Centre (Coventry)

Chief Technology Officer

Manufacturing Technology Centre

Location:
United Kingdom , Coventry

Category:
IT - Administration

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Job Description:

We have a unique and exciting opportunity for an experienced Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to join MTC’s Executive team and be at the forefront of driving innovation. As Chief Technology Officer you’ll have strategic responsibility for shaping, developing, and delivering the MTC’s technology vision, bringing entrepreneurial decision making to ensure the MTC remains at the forefront of technology leadership. Reporting to the CEO, you’ll be part of an inspired and passionate executive leadership team, who steer a 1000 strong cross functional team in delivering world class technology and skills delivery.

Job Responsibility:

Defining and leading the MTC technology strategy, ensuring alignment with future industry needs, government priorities, and MTC’s mission
Creating and growing capability in emerging technology domains, such as advanced automation, digital manufacturing, sustainability technologies, AI enabled manufacturing, next generation materials, and other frontier areas identified through industrial foresight
Creating a culture of innovation, learning, and personal growth and developing high performing teams
Providing national and international thought leadership, inspiring industry to innovate, adopt advanced technologies, and accelerate productivity improvements
Engaging with UK government departments, Innovate UK, Catapult centres, and funding agencies to influence policy and secure investment into programmes that deliver maximum impact on industrial performance
Strengthening the MTC’s role as a trusted advisor by translating complex technology trends into actionable strategies for industry leaders
Leading major innovation programmes and strategic partnerships, ensuring delivery excellence and strong return on investment
Developing the skills and capability pipeline needed by industry, working with the MTC Training Centre and Skills teams
Working with universities to identify, mature, and translate emerging technologies into industrial application
Representing the MTC as a senior spokesperson, speaking at conferences, industry forums, ministerial round tables, and high-level strategic engagements

Requirements:

Proven leadership experience in a senior technology, engineering or innovation role within manufacturing, industrial technology, or a related sector
Ability to set and deliver long-term technology strategies at organisational or national scale
Strong track record in building new technical capability, developing high performing teams, and managing large R&D or innovation programmes
Strong influencing skills, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders across industry, government, funding bodies, and academia
Deep understanding of the UK manufacturing ecosystem, emerging technology trends, and industrial adoption challenges
Exceptional communication, collaboration and skills, with the ability to inspire diverse audiences
Evidence of thought leadership, including publications, keynote speaking, panel contributions, or recognised industry influence

Nice to have:

Advanced degree (Master’s, MBA, PhD) in engineering, science, or technology related fields
Experience working within or alongside Catapult centres, government policy groups, standards bodies, or national innovation frameworks
Experience influencing government, industry, and academia
Experience scaling new technologies from TRL demonstration to industrial deployment
Professional recognition (e.g., Chartered Engineer, Fellowship of recognised bodies)
Experience shaping industrial skills or workforce development programmes

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 22, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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