As a Lead Engineer, you will take charge of the technical design of customer projects globally. You'll act as the primary liaison between the company and its customers for project-specific design concepts, overseeing the entire project lifecycle from inception to completion.
Salary £42,000 - £49,000
Core Responsibilities:
* Technical Project Management: Oversee the planning and allocation of your team’s workload to ensure timely project delivery.
* Design Execution: Perform detailed system designs according to customer specifications.
* Stakeholder Engagement: Lead project meetings and design reviews with both internal and external stakeholders.
* Documentation Review: Review and approve technical drawings and documentation.
* Quality Assurance: Participate in internal and external First Article Inspections.
* Project Coordination: Develop and adhere to design timelines in line with customer specifications and project plans.
* Interdepartmental Collaboration: Serve as the primary interface for other departments on project-specific designs.
* Team Development: Support and mentor the Design Engineering team, working closely with the Engineering Manager.
Candidate Requirements
* Educational Background: A Bachelor’s, Master’s degree, or equivalent qualification (HNC) in Design, Manufacturing, Production, or Mechanical Engineering.
* Experience: At least 4 years of engineering experience.
* Technical Proficiency: Proficient in CAD, particularly Autodesk Inventor and Vault.
* Analytical Skills: Strong technical understanding with the ability to analyse complex data.
* Project Management: Demonstrated ability to manage projects and workloads, driving tasks to completion on time.
* Customer Focus: A customer-oriented approach with strong interpersonal skills.
* Team Player: Collaborative with strong communication skills and the ability to work well with colleagues across different departments.
* Organizational Skills: Well-organized, motivated, and adaptable with an open attitude.
* Language Skills: Fluent in English, both verbal and written.
* Willingness to Travel: Must be able to travel within the UK and abroad as required.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead technically challenging projects and make a significant impact in a dynamic and supportive environment.
Qualifications:
- A Bachelor’s, Master’s degree, or equivalent qualification (HNC) in Design, Manufacturing, Production, or Mechanical Engineering.