We are looking for an experienced Lead Engineer to join a specialist engineering and manufacturing business working on complex, bespoke machinery and equipment. This is a varied, customer-facing role for someone with a strong mechanical engineering background who enjoys being involved in the full engineering process.
Lead Engineer Roles and Responsibilities:
- Lead the mechanical design and engineering of complex machinery and bespoke equipment
- Produce and oversee detailed CAD designs and engineering documentation
- Take ownership of projects from initial enquiry through to delivery
- Work closely with customers to understand requirements and develop engineering solutions
- Get involved with the hands‑on mechanical build, assembly and development of machinery when required
- Support the sales process, including technical discussions, proposals and customer meetings
- Attend customer sites, exhibitions and industry events
- Keep up to date with market trends and identify potential new opportunities
- Work across different areas of the business, providing hands‑on engineering support where needed
- Coordinate projects to ensure they are delivered on time, within budget and to the required quality standards
- Provide technical guidance and leadership to the wider engineering team
Lead Engineer Ideal Candidate:
- Strong mechanical engineering background
- Experience designing and working on complex machinery, equipment or bespoke engineered products
- Happy to get hands‑on with mechanical assembly, fitting and engineering work when required
- Strong CAD experience and confident producing detailed mechanical designs
- Previous experience leading engineering projects or taking technical ownership
- Comfortable dealing directly with customers and discussing technical solutions
- Commercially aware with an interest in supporting sales and business development
- Confident communicator who can work across engineering, manufacturing and commercial teams
- Able to manage multiple projects and priorities
- Happy to travel for customer visits, exhibitions and project meetings
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Contact Details:
Jackie Kerr Recruitment Ltd Recruitment Team
