Mechanical Engineering Functional Lead

Description

Mechanical Engineering Functional Lead New Malden 75,000 - 85,000 SC Clearance (or eligible) UK Citizenship Required

I'm currently working on behalf of a defence organisation looking to appoint a Mechanical Engineering Functional Lead into a senior, high?impact leadership role.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced mechanical engineering leader who enjoys combining technical oversight, people leadership and strategic influence, all while contributing to programmes that genuinely matter to UK defence and national security.

The Role

As the Mechanical Engineering Functional Lead, you'll take ownership of the mechanical engineering capability within a defence-focused operating unit. You'll lead teams delivering complex mechanical and electromechanical systems across the full product lifecycle - from early concept and detailed design through to manufacture readiness and in-service support.

You'll be supporting multiple long-term defence programmes, including technology that underpins Royal Navy mission critical systems, making this a role with real purpose and visibility.

What You'll Be Responsible For

Leading and developing a team of Mechanical Engineers, with a strong focus on capability, performance and well beingOwning resource planning, recruitment, mentoring and skills developmentProviding technical oversight and assurance of mechanical designs, analyses and documentationEnsuring delivery against cost, schedule and technical performance requirementsDriving continuous improvement across processes, standards, tools and ways of workingSupporting wider engineering and business strategy initiatives

What I'm Looking For

Essential Experience

Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent experience)Background delivering mechanical or electromechanical systems within defence, maritime or aerospace environmentsStrong understanding of mechanical design, manufacturing, analysis and engineering standardsProven experience leading technical engineering teamsConfident reviewing and approving engineering outputsExcellent stakeholder management and communication skillsDesirable

Chartered Engineer (CEng) statusExperience with CREO, Windchill or similar CAD / PLM toolsKnowledge of REACH / RoHS, FEA, CFD or advanced manufacturing processesIf you don't tick every box but feel you could do the role, I'd still encourage you to apply.

Security Clearance

UK citizenship is requiredYou'll need to be eligible for UK SC clearance and able to maintain it for the duration of the role

What's On Offer

Salary of 75,000 - 85,000Flexible and hybrid workingPrivate healthcare and cash health planHoliday buy and sell schemePerformance/related bonusOngoing training, development and clear long-term career pathways

Why This Role?

This is a chance to:

Lead and shape a critical engineering functionWork on programmes that directly support national and allied defenceJoin an inclusive, supportive environment that values technical excellence and leadership

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