Assistant Engineering Group Leader - Design

Trimex bvba; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering organization is seeking an Assistant Engineering Group Leader to guide a dynamic team in the design and analysis of advanced mechanical systems, particularly landing gear systems. This role encompasses mentoring engineers, ensuring project delivery, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong engineering skills and a passion for leadership, making a significant impact within the company.

Benefits

25 days + bank holidays

Enhanced family friendly policies

Shorter day Fridays

Onsite parking and subsidized restaurant

Discounted gym memberships

Up to 8% employer pension contribution

Healthcare cash plan

Qualifications

• Strong background in engineering design and analysis, ideally within aerospace.
• Proven ability to mentor and develop team members.
• Effective communication, influencing, and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a small team to meet project milestones.
• Manage design and analysis tasks for mechanical systems.
• Oversee product development and qualification throughout the product life cycle.

Skills

Engineering design

Analysis

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Engineering

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented and motivated Assistant Engineering Group Leader to join a leading organisation at the forefront of engineering innovation. This role is ideal for someone with strong technical capabilities and leadership ambition, ready to take the next step in their career by guiding a dynamic team in the design and analysis of advanced mechanical systems.

The Role

In this position, you will support the Engineering Group Leader by overseeing a small Design & Analysis team. You will be responsible for ensuring the successful delivery of engineering projects-on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. The role involves overseeing product development, qualification, and support throughout the product life cycle, with a particular focus on landing gear systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a small team of engineers to meet project milestones and technical deliverables
• Manage design and analysis tasks for complex mechanical systems
• Drive quality, cost, and delivery targets in line with programme expectations
• Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective project execution
• Provide technical direction and support to ensure ongoing team development
  
  

What We're Looking For

• Strong background in engineering design and analysis, ideally within aerospace or a related field
• Influencing and networking skills
• Proactive and collaborative team player
• Effective communication, influencing, and decision-making abilities
• Demonstrated ability to coach and develop others is a strong advantage
• Focused on performance improvement and innovation
  
  

Desirable Competencies

• Ability to anticipate challenges and apply sound judgement
• Proven track record of successful project delivery
• Business acumen with an understanding of project finance and cost management
• Experience in planning and estimation of engineering activities
  
  

Benefits Include

• 25 days + bank holidays - with option to buy or sell up to 5 days per year
• Enhanced family friendly polocies, including maternity, paternity, adoption or shared parental leave
• Marriage leave up to 1 week
• Shorter day Fridays - option to finish mid day
• Plenty onsite parking, subsidesed resturant and Nero Coffee on site
• Discounted gym memberships
• up to 8% employer pension contribution
• Healthcare cash plan
  
  

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-performing team and play a key role in shaping innovative engineering solutions. If you're looking for your next challenge in a fast-paced, technically demanding environment-this role is for you.