Area Lead - Value Engineering

Gerrell & Hard Ltd.; Leicester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering organization seeks an experienced Area Lead – Value Engineering to drive cost and value optimization across various components and systems. This role combines technical leadership with strategic planning, offering a unique opportunity to influence engineering change in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Strong background in mechanical design and engineering.
• Proven track record in value engineering and cost optimisation.
• Experience leading and mentoring engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of value engineering projects.
• Deliver engineering solutions meeting cost and quality targets.
• Provide leadership and guidance to a team of engineers.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Planning

Decision-Making

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

A leading engineering organisation is seeking an experienced Area Lead – Value Engineering to lead a team focused on delivering cost and value optimisation across a wide range of components and systems. This role combines technical leadership with strategic planning and team development responsibilities, offering a unique opportunity to drive impactful engineering change within a collaborative, cross-functional environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and implementation of value engineering projects across multiple product platforms.

• Deliver engineering solutions that meet business targets for cost, quality, specification, and delivery timelines.

• Provide leadership and guidance to a team of engineers, supporting their development and ensuring high standards of work.

• Collaborate with internal departments and external suppliers to identify opportunities, manage resources, and monitor project progress.

• Act as a technical authority within the team, making sound engineering decisions and escalating issues when appropriate.

• Support and enhance departmental processes while actively identifying and promoting best practices.

• Conduct regular performance reviews and help shape the team’s professional growth.

• Stand in for functional leads as required and represent the team at key meetings.

Requirements:

• Strong background in mechanical design and engineering, with significant hands-on experience.

• Proven track record in value engineering, cost optimisation, or similar roles within a manufacturing or engineering environment.

• Prior experience leading and mentoring engineering teams.

• Strong planning, organisational, and decision-making skills.

• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities across departments and seniority levels.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

• Forward-thinking mindset with a proactive approach to risk management and continuous improvement.