Jake Carr has joined Northern Engineering Solutions as Project Engineering Manager with an impressive track record built over nine years in engineering and project management roles that covered automotive, rail, battery technology, and manufacturing sectors. He comes following a four-year stint at Alexander Battery Technologies in Peterlee, where he operated as an Engineering Manager and was part of the senior leadership team. While at the battery manufacturer, Jake managed multi-million-pound capital expenditure projects from conception to completion and oversaw multidisciplinary teams.
Previous roles at Nissan Motor Manufacturing and Hitachi Rail also mean he has hands-on experience in electro-mechanical installations. Jake is certified in Six Sigma Lean Manufacturing and applies key methodologies such as 8D and 5 Whys for everyday problem-solving.
In his new position at Northern Engineering Solutions, he will lead the Engineering Design Department, delivering bespoke mechanical, electrical, and process (MEP) engineering solutions for clients including GSK, Pragmatic, and CPI.
Speaking about the appointment, Mark Davey, Managing Director, said: "We are thrilled to have Jake join our team at Northern Engineering Solutions. His depth of experience in managing high-value projects and leading multidisciplinary teams will be a tremendous asset as we continue delivering cutting-edge engineering solutions.
"As we mark our 18th year in business, we have some exciting projects on the horizon, and Jake's leadership will be key to their success. His expertise will also be invaluable in mentoring and developing our junior engineers."
Jake Carr added: "I’m excited to join Northern Engineering Solutions at such a time. The company has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, innovative engineering solutions, and I’m eager to contribute my experience to drive further success. I look forward to working closely with the team and helping develop the next generation of engineering talent."
