Lead Engineer

To develop a new portfolio of composite products in support of a growing customer demand for innovative, technically advanced components. We are looking for someone who brings a high degree of technical understanding, therefore, an engineering degree is essential, as is demonstrable industrial experience (ideally Technology, Aerospace, Automotive or Motorsport) and team leading experience. This is a great opportunity to work for an established company in a role offering great variation and further career development.

Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership on assigned projects to ensure financial and contractual execution through established company procedures
  • Deliver professional, high quality results to customers (internal and external)
  • Support project proposal development including scope definition, configuration, implementation, tracking and control of projects
  • Estimate budgets and be accountable for tracking costs of projects and for meeting project budget targets
  • Work with the Business Unit Director to lead the engineering plan and gain formal acceptance
  • Lead project teams including coaching and technical direction to meet project deliverables
  • Work closely with other disciplines including Supply Chain & Manufacturing
  • Provide regular updates to project stakeholders
  • Take responsibility for the development, implementation and continuous improvement of process effectiveness and efficiency within the team.

Personal Characteristics/Qualifications

  • Bachelor or Master’s degree in Engineering discipline or equivalent knowledge and experience
  • High degree of technical understanding
  • Proven experience in technical project management or project leadership positions
  • Proven ability to achieve business’ targets
  • Able to interface effectively at all levels of the organisation and customers
  • Resilient & persistent under all circumstances
  • Commercially astute
  • Must have aptitude for learning new technology, techniques, methods and principles
  • Practical knowledge of New Product Introduction (NPI)
  • Possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Display confidence in a fast-paced work environment
  • Display energy, passion & enthusiasm to drive change
  • Demonstrate excellent organisational skills and the ability to drive projects to completion
  • Catia or Solidworks experience highly desiriable