## Engineering LeadTelfordAn experienced Engineering Lead is sought in Telford to take ownership of engineering activities across complex projects, leading and mentoring teams while driving quality, safety and continuous improvement.### About the roleOur client is looking for a skilled and motivated Engineering Lead to join their team in Telford, reporting to the Director of Engineering and Innovation. You will take accountability for the delivery of engineering activities across projects, from concept design through to commissioning. This is a hands-on leadership role that combines technical expertise in electrical and control systems with team supervision, mentoring and cross-functional collaboration. You will also play an active part in shaping internal standards and practices through the Engineering Management Working Group.### What you will do* Taking ownership of the Functional Safety lifecycle within a project setting* Supervising and motivating teams of engineers, including external resources, and verifying deliverables against client expectations, legal requirements and industry standards* Mentoring apprentices, trainees, junior and graduate engineers* Collaborating with Project Managers to ensure quality delivery on time and to budget, including identification and mitigation of project risks and technical change* Contributing to the Engineering Management Working Group, supporting the development of internal standards with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation* Leading electrical and controls concept design, including Functional Design Specifications, Safety Requirements Specifications, Single Line Diagrams, Network Topology, Device Layout, Cause and Effect Matrices and Safety Block Diagrams* Producing Software Design Specifications and software or configuration deliverables for PLC, HMI, SCADA, Robot, Drives, BMS and similar systems* Carrying out Factory Acceptance Testing, Commissioning and Site Acceptance Testing* Taking ownership of the Technical Construction File### What we are looking for* Minimum BEng, BSE or Level 6 Apprenticeship in Electrical or Electronic Engineering* At least 7 years of experience in a similar role* Excellent understanding of electrical control systems* Strong communication skills, both written and verbal* Ability to supervise and lead teams as well as work independently on own initiative* Confident, proactive and well-organised approach to work* Good problem-solving ability with situational adaptability* Hands-on attitude, enthusiastic and dependable #J-18808-Ljbffr
Engineering Lead in Telford employer: Live 2 Help recruitment
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