Lab Management Senior Engineer

Leonardo UK Ltd; Luton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Leonardo UK Ltd offers an exciting opportunity for a Lab Management Senior Engineer at our Luton site. This role oversees the management of engineering and production laboratories, ensuring safety and supporting R&D and production activities, while fostering a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Generous leave with flexi-days

Employer pension contributions up to 15%

Free mental health support

Access to online courses

Flexible benefits up to £500 annually

Performance bonuses

Referral bonuses

Flexible working hours with hybrid options

Qualifications

• Foundation in engineering with experience in mechanical and electrical systems preferred.
• IOSH safety certification is desirable.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Manage all onsite engineering and production laboratories.
• Facilitate laboratory facilities for R&D and production.
• Create and maintain health and safety procedures.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Job description

Job Description:

Your Impact

At Leonardo, we have an exciting opportunity for a Lab Management Senior Engineer. Based at our Luton site, you will work within the Operations sector, reporting to the Site Support Group Manager.

You will be responsible for managing all onsite engineering and production laboratories, test facilities, equipment, calibration, and supporting laboratory staff.

What you’ll do as a Lab Management Senior Engineer

• Facilitate the availability of laboratory facilities to support R&D and production activities.
• Ensure health and safety standards within laboratories by creating and maintaining safety procedures, in conjunction with SHE and OH departments.
• Manage the Test Equipment Managed Services (TEMS) project, supporting the movement of equipment to calibration providers and supporting Test Equipment Coordinators.
• Oversee laboratory space allocation to support various projects and ensure all necessary facilities are available.
• Support SHE/QA audits, both internal and external.
• Assist the Quality Assurance department in maintaining high standards and resolving non-conformances.
• Support Lab stewards and Test Equipment coordinators in their daily tasks.

What you'll bring

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage effectively across all levels.
• A solid foundation in engineering, with experience in mechanical and electrical systems preferred.
• IOSH safety certification is desirable; training can be provided for the right candidate.

We welcome applicants with varying experience; the key qualities are a positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Security Clearance

This role requires pre-employment screening in line with UK Government standards, including possible Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). More information can be found at https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting.

Why join us

Leonardo values its people and offers a comprehensive benefits package supporting wellbeing, career growth, and work-life balance, including:

• Generous leave with up to 12 additional flexi-days annually.
• Employer contributions of up to 15% in our pension scheme.
• Free mental health support, financial advice, and diverse employee networks.
• Performance bonuses for eligible employees.
• Access to over 4,000 online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
• Referral bonuses.
• Flexible benefits up to £500 annually, including healthcare, dental, and discounts.
• Flexible working hours with hybrid options.

Visit our website for full benefits details.

Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security, with over 53,000 employees worldwide. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and welcome accessibility support during the recruitment process.

Be part of something bigger - apply now!

Primary Location: GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300

Contract Type: Employee-Permanent

Hybrid Working: Onsite