Lead Systems Engineer

Prime Appointments; England; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Stowmarket is seeking a Lead Systems Engineer to lead the Systems Team. This role involves shaping strategy and designing innovative electrical and hydraulic systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background, experience with CAD and PLC software, and a passion for mentoring. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

23 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company bonus scheme

Employee Engagement Award Programme

40% discount on company clothing

Enhanced family leave

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Long Service Award Scheme

Salary sacrifice EV car leasing scheme

Qualifications

• Strong background in Electrical, Control, or Systems Engineering.
• Experience in PLC software development (including CANbus).
• Valid UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Leading the Systems Team, providing technical guidance and mentoring.
• Shaping and delivering the systems engineering strategy.
• Designing and developing new product systems.

Skills

Electrical Control Engineering

3D CAD proficiency

PLC software development knowledge

Understanding of ISO 13849

Hydraulics expertise

Product development experience

IT literacy

Team leadership

Education

HNC/HND in engineering discipline

Tools

SolidWorks

ERP systems

Job description

Overview

Role: Lead Systems Engineer

Location: Stowmarket, Suffolk

Pay: Competitive salary (DOE)

Hours: 8:30am - 17:00pm, Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent

We are looking for a Lead Systems Engineer to head up the Systems Team within the Engineering Department, overseeing the design, development, and implementation of electrical, hydraulic, and control systems across a market-leading product range.

This role is a great opportunity for a hands-on engineer with proven leadership skills who wants to shape strategy, drive innovation, and mentor a growing team.

Responsibilities

Duties include:

• Leading the Systems Team, providing technical guidance and mentoring.
• Shaping and delivering the systems engineering strategy, aligning with company goals.
• Designing and developing new product systems (electrical, hydraulic, and control).
• Producing technical specifications, drawings, BOMs, and compliance documentation.
• Supporting prototype builds, testing, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensuring compliance with CE/UKCA and ISO 13849 standards.
• Collaborating cross-functionally with manufacturing, supply chain, and commercial teams.
• Identifying and integrating new technologies such as electrification and automation.

Qualifications

Skills & Experience required:

• Strong background in Electrical, Control, or Systems Engineering.
• Skilled in 3D CAD (SolidWorks or similar).
• Experience in PLC software development (including CANbus).
• Knowledge of ISO 13849-compliant control systems.
• Solid understanding of hydraulics, electrics, electronics, and programming.
• Experience with product development and DFM in a manufacturing/engineering environment.
• IT literate (Excel, Word, CAD, ERP systems).
• HNC/HND (or higher) in an engineering discipline.
• Valid UK driving license.

Desirable

• Supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Experience with hybrid or fully electric system design and integration.
• Degree level qualification in relevant engineering disciplines
• Knowledge of sustainability and electrification trends

Benefits

• 23 days starting holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Company bonus scheme
• Employee Engagement Award Programme
• 40% discount on company clothing
• Enhanced family leave
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (includes virtual GP)
• Long Service Award Scheme
• Salary sacrifice EV car leasing scheme

If you're a technically strong engineer with leadership ability and a passion for innovation, we'd love to hear from you. Please contact Carl at Prime Appointments for more information.