Lead Engineer
We are currently partnering with a globally renowned manufacturing business on their business growth, and part of that is the requirement for more skilled staff including this vacancy for a Lead Engineer.
The group this business are a part of service some of the globes largest and most critical industries, and the company itself has existed for well over a century. The Lead Engineer will be reporting directly to the Engineering Manager and will support the product development strategy of the company’s growth and continuous improvement.
Key responsibilities as Lead Engineer:
- Produce accurate and innovative designs for the company’s niche products
- Be the technical go-to for customers through the life cycle of their projects
- Understand, interpret and apply relevant industry standards to designs for company clients
- Produce various technical documentation including design reports, stress calculations, FEA, CFD, etc.
- Be pivotal in new product design and R&D concept design work
- Provide technical support and training for sales engineers and customers
Experience as Lead Engineer:
- Qualified to degree level within Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
- Proven experience of successful delivery within a similar position
- Strong knowledge of modern manufacturing methods and processes
- In depth knowledge of engineering mathematics, fluid power, thermodynamics and raw materials
- Sound understanding of risk mitigation, design validation and qualification methodology
- Proficient in 2D and 3D design, FEA, CFD, AutoCAD, Inventor, Ansys and MS Office
- Driven and motivated individual with a proactive approach
Benefits for Lead Engineer:
- 25 days holiday
- Up to 6% matched pension contributions
- 5 x Death in Service
- Share save Scheme
- Health Cash Plan
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- The opportunity to buy and sell holiday
- Travel insurance
- Dental insurance
- Taste card
- Health discounts
- On site monthly visits from a Physiotherapist and massage therapist
- Work wear
This is a full time permanent position for the successful Lead Engineer. For more information simply apply now or call Alison on 07483 025038 or e-mail alison.francis@holtengineering.co.uk