Lead Engineer | £57,000 | Poole
Are you a seasoned Mechanical Engineer ready to lead cutting-edge innovation in automated machinery? This is your chance to step into a pivotal role, guiding a highly skilled R&D team at the forefront of high-performance, high-precision engineering solutions.
Rubicon’s client is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and installation of production line solutions and is trusted by household-name brands across the food and FMCG industries. With innovation at its core, this business continues to push boundaries, and right now, they’re looking to appoint a Lead Engineer to drive product development from concept to completion.
As Lead Engineer, your responsibilities will include:
Guiding, mentoring, and inspiring a team of engineers to deliver excellence in innovation
Overseeing and managing development projects using robust project management tools
Using your mechanical expertise and SolidWorks skills to design, prototype, and test advanced systems
Working closely with marketing, production, and quality teams to ensure seamless project integration
Applying Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Value Engineering (VE) principles to streamline and optimise solutions
Engaging with external suppliers and industry experts to stay ahead of the curve
As Lead Engineer, your skills and experience will include:
A HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering
5–7 years’ experience in development or besp...