Lead Engineer

LEAD ENGINEER

Job Title: Lead Engineer
Location: West Sussex
Salary: £45,(Apply online only) – £55,(Apply online only)
Shift: Monday – Friday (Days) + Overtime

Job Role of the Lead Engineer

We are currently recruiting for a Lead Engineer to join a well-established manufacturing business operating within a technically demanding environment. The site has seen significant recent investment and offers a strong platform for engineers looking to step into a role with progression into leadership.

This will initially be a hands-on role, supporting maintenance activities across the site, with a clear pathway into a team leadership position as the engineering function continues to grow.

You will be responsible for carrying out maintenance, fault-finding and supporting the coordination of engineering activities to ensure site reliability and performance.

Sector – Factory Maintenance (Manufacturing)

Non-Negotiable Requirements of the Lead Engineer

• Mechanical bias with experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience carrying out planned and reactive maintenance.
• Level 3 Engineering qualification (or equivalent apprenticeship).

Requirements for the Lead Engineer

• Strong fault-finding ability across mechanical and electrical systems.
• Experience working on plant equipment within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting or coordinating PPM activities.
• Strong understanding of health & safety standards.
• Ability to work independently in a hands-on role.

Desirable Requirements for the Lead Engineer

• Experience within a heavy industrial or process environment.
• Basic PLC fault finding experience.
• Previous exposure to coordinating work or supporting junior engineers.
• Previous experience in a workshop environment.

The Lead Engineer will benefit from:

• Working for a well-established and growing manufacturing business.
• Competitive salary of £45,(Apply online only) – £55,(Apply online only) + overtime.
• Clear progression into a leadership role.
• Training and development opportunities.

If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills, then please click apply at the bottom of this advert.

For further details contact Savannah Wells at Pioneer Selection -  / (phone number removed)

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