Lead Engineer

Pioneer Selection Ltd; St Albans; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing manufacturing company in England is seeking a Lead Engineer responsible for overseeing engineering operations and leading a small team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in a regulated environment and strong leadership capabilities. The compensation package includes a salary up to £55,000 and a modern working environment with strategic responsibilities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Leadership position

Opportunity for growth

Qualifications

• Hands-on engineering experience in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership capabilities with a focus on team development.
• Good knowledge of GMP, Health & Safety, and quality compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop an engineering team.
• Oversee daily maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Deliver continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Team development

Troubleshooting

Lean manufacturing

GMP compliance

Problem-solving

Tools

Manufacturing equipment

Packaging equipment

Job description

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A hands-on and forward-thinking Lead Engineer is required to take responsibility for engineering operations across modern packaging and manufacturing lines within a growing, highly regulated business. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong technical background who also thrives in leadership, planning, and continuous improvement.

The role involves leading and developing a small but growing engineering team, overseeing daily maintenance, troubleshooting, and long-term reliability of equipment and systems across both Manufacturing and Packaging departments.

Key Responsibilities for the lead engineer

• Provide hands-on engineering support across all machinery, equipment, and plant.
• Lead, supervise, and develop a team of Engineers and Technicians.
• Plan and coordinate daily tasks, shift schedules, and preventative maintenance
• Troubleshoot and perform reactive maintenance to reduce downtime.
• Deliver continuous improvement projects using lean and agile manufacturing methods.
• Liaise with external suppliers and manage service contracts and equipment upgrades.
• Maintain accurate equipment logs, maintenance records, and compliance documentation.
• Ensure all activities comply with GMP, Health & Safety, and regulatory standards.
• Represent the Engineering team in cross-functional meetings and planning.
• Support CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions) processes.
• Manage on-site inventory and sourcing of spare parts and materials.

What we are looking for in a lead engineer

• Experience in a hands-on engineering role within a regulated manufacturing environment (pharmaceuticals, FMCG, food, or similar).
• Strong leadership and team development capabilities.
• Good knowledge of GMP, Health & Safety, and quality compliance.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with packaging and production equipment is desirable.
• Comfortable leading change and supporting business growth through engineering best practices.

What's on Offer for lead engineer

• Competitive salary up to £55,000 per annum
• Monday to Friday, 8am-4pm
• Role based in a modern, purpose-built facility with advanced equipment
• A leadership position with a mix of strategic oversight and hands-on responsibility
• The opportunity to help shape a growing engineering function in a successful, expanding company

If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills, then please click apply at the bottom of this advert.

As a registered candidate with Pioneer Selection Ltd, you automatically become eligible for our referral scheme. You will receive £250 for every candidate we place in permanent employment who has been recommended by you. Terms and Conditions apply please see our website for further details.