Lead Engineer

Lead EngineerAltera Recruitment Group is partnering with an innovative clean technology business based in the Bristol area that is developing novel technology to transform the recycling and reuse of carbon fibre composites.The business is taking its technology from pilot scale towards mass production and is now looking for an experienced Lead Engineer to play a key role in delivering the specialist equipment required to support that growth.This is a highly autonomous, hands on engineering position suited to someone with a strong background in special purpose machinery development. The successful candidate will take equipment and process ideas from concept through to physical implementation and commissioning, working across mechanical, electrical, controls, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.You will have the opportunity to work at the forefront of sustainable manufacturing, developing production equipment and R&D test rigs while working closely with equipment suppliers, research partners and internal engineering teams.Key Responsibilities of the Lead EngineerTake engineering concepts through to physical implementation, including CAD design, technical documentation, quotation management, inspection, assembly and commissioningLead the selection and integration of components and equipment, working with suppliers and internal stakeholders to define specificationsProduce detailed equipment specifications and technical documentationAllocate, track and manage engineering work packages against agreed budgets and timescalesContinuously develop equipment and engineering best practices to improve production rates, efficiency, quality, manufacturing cost and equipment uptimeCandidate RequirementsBSc, BEng or above in a relevant engineering or scientific disciplineMinimum 8 years' experience designing and building special purpose machineryProven experience in special purpose machinery development, ideally within industrial scale process equipmentExperience working within an R&D environment and taking process concepts through to implementationWhat's on OfferA salary of £65,000-£75,000 (depending on experience).Company bonus of up to 15% & more benefits.The opportunity to help take novel carbon fibre recycling technology towards mass productionSignificant scope to influence the development of specialist production equipment and R&D capabilityIf you are an experienced special purpose machinery engineer looking for the opportunity to work on innovative technology with a strong sustainability focus, we would welcome the opportunity to speak with you.

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