The role
This is a hands-on leadership position. You’ll set the technical direction for a team of mechanical design engineers while still taking ownership of your own design projects, from concept through to manufacture. If you enjoy staying close to the engineering while developing a team and improving how things are done, this is a great next step.
Key responsibilities
* Lead and support the mechanical design team, acting as the go-to person for technical decisions, design reviews and engineering escalations
* Make sure designs are safe, practical, manufacturable and compliant with customer and regulatory requirements
* Plan and prioritise the team’s workload, allocating resources across multiple live projects and holding regular progress meetings
* Develop standard designs, engineering tools and best-practice methods, and drive continuous improvement across the department
* Work closely with project, controls, manufacturing and purchasing colleagues, reporting on progress, resourcing and technical risks
* Deliver selected projects yourself, producing equipment designs and manufacturing documentation in 2D and 3D CAD
* Make sure engineering documentation is accurate and controlled in line with quality management procedures, and supports machinery safety and CE/UKCA compliance
What you’ll bring
* A proven background designing bespoke machinery, process plant, capital equipment or engineered-to-order products
* Strong mechanical design skills, including detailed manufacturing drawings, with proficiency in 3D CAD
* Experience in a multi-disciplinary engineering environment, with the ability to lead, coordinate and guide other engineers
* Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills, and the confidence to influence technical peers and stakeholders
Desirable
* Experience in regulated industries such as pharmaceutical, food, chemical or life sciences, ideally including GMP environments
* Knowledge of machinery safety, CE/UKCA marking, ATEX and hazardous area design
* Exposure to automation and control system integration
* Previous experience as a senior or lead engineer, or in a formal team leadership role
* Experience creating engineering standards, templates and design procedures
What’s on offer
* £45-55k, with iminent progression opportunity
* Flexible hybrid working
* Excellent benefits package
* A leadership role with real influence over how the engineering function develops
* Varied, technically challenging bespoke projects
* A stable, respected employer with an international customer base
Interested?
Apply now or contact Ruth at White Label Recruitment on for a confidential conversation
Salary description
£45000.00 - £55000.00 per year