Head of Mechanical Engineering

Systems Engineering and Assessment Limited; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in advanced engineering solutions is seeking a Head of Mechanical Engineering. The successful candidate will oversee the engineering workforce development, ensure technical processes are efficient, and drive continuous improvement. This role offers flexible working arrangements and competitive salary, alongside a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Hybrid/flexible working arrangements

25 days’ annual leave, plus buy and sell options

Up to 16 days of flexi leave

Half-day Fridays

Private medical insurance

Group Pension Plan with up to 7% employer contribution

Cycle to work scheme

Life assurance

Development opportunities including LinkedIn Learning

Qualifications

• Experience in developing engineering teams and career frameworks.
• Proficient in assessing technical feasibility and risk.
• Strong leadership skills to chair engineering reviews.

Responsibilities

• Develop the Mechanical Engineering workforce and maintain a competence framework.
• Undertake direct fee-earning work to support the discipline.
• Act as Process Lead for continuous improvement of engineering processes.

Skills

Leadership

Process Improvement

Technical Feasibility Evaluation

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

About The Role

Engineered to Protect, that’s our promise: we protect what matters — our nations, waters, land, cities, people, environment, and world. As Head of Mechanical Engineering, you'll ensure SEA has the skilled workforce, fit-for-purpose processes, and access to current tools and standards to meet our business objectives.

The Head of Mechanical Engineering can be based at any of our three sites: Bristol, Barnstaple, or Beckington, with regular travel to all sites. The role offers flexible and home working options.

The salary for this role is up to £70,000, depending on experience.

What you'll be doing

• Develop the Mechanical Engineering workforce by establishing, maintaining, and administering a competence and career framework for the discipline, aligned with professional bodies. Set and review development objectives in performance discussions.
• Undertake direct fee-earning work to stay current and support the discipline, such as chairing engineering gate reviews, evaluating technical feasibility and risk, and reviewing critical deliverables.
• Act as Process Lead in developing and improving relevant processes, including design, maintenance, communication, monitoring, and continuous improvement of process assets.

About our company

At SEA, we develop and deliver advanced solutions to make our world safer, cleaner, and more efficient. We provide state-of-the-art applications for naval ship and fleet protection, as well as undersea surveillance systems, supporting navies worldwide and expanding our expertise in key overseas markets.

What we offer

We foster innovation, flexibility, and out-of-the-box thinking. We offer generous rewards, a great work/life balance, and excellent career and training opportunities. Our benefits include:

• Hybrid/flexible working arrangements
• 25 days’ annual leave, plus buy and sell options
• Up to 16 days of flexi leave
• Half-day Fridays
• Paid leave for Reservists in the Armed Forces

Family & wellbeing benefits include:

• Private medical insurance & Employee Assistance Program
• All Staff Bonus
• Group Pension Plan (up to 7% employer contribution)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing Centre
• Sports & Social activities
• Employee Discounts portal
• Life assurance
• Publication and recruitment bonuses
• Development opportunities including LinkedIn Learning

Facilities & resources:

• Electric vehicle charging points
• Private lunch areas
• Onsite bistro (Barnstaple) and free beverages
• Onsite showers and toiletries
• Free parking

Join us — with 500 people in the UK and Canada — in protecting what matters.

If you'd like to know more, contact Dave from our Talent Acquisition Team at 033300414172 or reach out online.