Mechanical Engineering Lead in Plymouth

Mechanical Engineering Lead in Plymouth

Plymouth Full-Time 60000 - 75000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Certain Advantage

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead a dynamic team in delivering innovative engineering solutions across various projects.
  • Company: Join a forward-thinking engineering company tackling complex challenges.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, training, career progression, and hybrid work options.
  • Other info: Exciting opportunities in a collaborative environment focused on career development.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in a role that fosters growth and innovation.
  • Qualifications: Degree in Engineering or relevant experience with leadership skills.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 Β£ per year.

Certain Advantage is hiring for a Mechanical Engineer Lead based in the Southwest area. This role is on a permanent basis and is hybrid-based.

The Company: We are working with an engineering company specialising in solving complex engineering challenges across industries from Power Generation, Rail and more.

The Role: This role is for a Mechanical Engineer Lead - someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. You will be results-oriented and driven to succeed. You will be leading a small, experienced, and collaborative team, and be responsible for:

  • Support engineering delivery across the full project lifecycle including concept development, design, implementation, commissioning, and operational support.
  • Review and approve technical documentation.
  • Support configuration management activities.
  • Provide technical oversight to facility modifications, infrastructure upgrades, and asset lifecycle management activities.
  • Support planning, risk management, and progress reporting activities associated with engineering delivery.
  • Support installation, commissioning, and testing activities where required to ensure engineering solutions are successfully implemented.

The Individual: We are looking for people who can show:

  • Degree in Engineering or relevant technical discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
  • Engineering expertise within a highly regulated or safety-critical industry.
  • Leading engineering teams or coordinating multidisciplinary engineering activities.
  • Delivering engineering solutions across the full asset lifecycle including design, modification, maintenance, and operational support.
  • Understanding of engineering governance, technical assurance, and configuration management.

Desirable Attributes:

  • Understanding of the nuclear industry and/or other safety-critical environments.
  • Supporting infrastructure or facility-based engineering projects.
  • Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, or process systems associated with industrial facilities.
  • Working within defence or MoD environments supporting asset lifecycle management.

The Benefits: Salary circa Β£70,000 per annum, Training and Development, Career progression.

Does this sound like your next career move? Apply today.

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Mechanical Engineering Lead in Plymouth employer: Certain Advantage

As a leading Defence Organisation located in Stevenage, Hertfordshire, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture that empowers our employees to excel. With a focus on employee growth, we offer long-term contract opportunities and competitive rates, alongside a unique 4-day working week that promotes work-life balance. Join us to be part of a team that is at the forefront of technology, delivering exceptional software solutions in a dynamic and supportive environment.

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We think you need these skills to ace Mechanical Engineering Lead in Plymouth

Engineering Degree or Equivalent Experience
Project Lifecycle Management
Technical Documentation Review
Configuration Management
Technical Oversight
Risk Management
Progress Reporting