Lead Engineer

Austin Fraser; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Engineer to join their team near Cambridge. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead a small engineering team in a dynamic pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. You will play a crucial role in managing contractors and ensuring the smooth operation of the site. With a focus on team development and strategic decision-making, this position is ideal for someone looking to step into a management role. The company values its employees and invests in their growth, making this a fantastic opportunity for career advancement.

Benefits

25 days holiday + banks

7% Company Pension

Employee Assistance Program

Healthcare Cashback Plan

Discounts Platform

10% performance bonus

Qualifications

• 5+ years in multi-skilled engineering experience required.
• Experience in pharmaceutical or chemical manufacturing is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small engineering team and manage contractors and PPMs.
• Involved in site development and group decision-making.

Skills

Multi-skilled engineering

Team development

Pharmaceutical manufacturing

Chemical manufacturing

Education

Level 3 in engineering discipline

Job description

Lead Engineer

Cambridge

Monday-Friday

Up to £55k

10% performance bonus

25 days holiday + banks

7% Company Pension

Employee Assistance Program

Healthcare Cashback Plan

Discounts Platform

We are working on a lead engineer role in a pharmaceutical manufacturer near Cambridge. This role will head up a small engineering team, managing contractors, PPMs, and breakdowns. You will be part of the senior leadership team, so will be involved in the development of the site, making group decisions on direction and more.

This business is looking for this role due to a retirement after 20+ years of employment, showing how they value their staff and invest in their development.

This role is perfectly suited to someone looking to step up into a management role or move onto a days shift pattern after being in an engineering shift supervisor or engineering shift manager position.

Requirements:

1. 5+ years in multi-skilled engineering
2. Experience in pharmaceutical or chemical manufacturing
3. A level 3 or higher in an engineering discipline - chemical or engineering preferred
4. A good attitude towards developing a team

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.