Project Engineering Lead

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a distinguished leader in the engineering industry as a Systems Project Engineering Lead. In this pivotal role, you will oversee engineering teams, manage complex projects, and ensure compliance with high-quality standards. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative solutions within a globally recognized organization. If you are passionate about engineering excellence and ready to make an impact, we invite you to apply and be part of a dynamic team driving success in the defence sector.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing complex engineering projects.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering team to deliver project milestones on time.
• Manage work packages and ensure alignment with project objectives.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Project Management

Lifecycle Management

Work Package Management

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Relevant Engineering Degree

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Systems Project Engineering Lead

Location: West London

Hourly Rate: £DOE - We are booking interviews next week! Please call or email for a slot

Contract Length: Initial 6 Months - Likely to Extend

Inside IR35

Key Skills: Systems Engineering, Project Management, Lifecycle Management, Work Package Management, Full Project Lifecycle, Defence, Maritime, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

Join Our Team as a Systems Project Engineering Lead and Drive Systems Engineering to New Heights!

Are you a meticulous Systems Project Engineering Lead with a passion for precision and excellence? Are you ready to play a pivotal role in ensuring top-tier quality standards in a well-established engineering organization? Look no further! We invite you to join our team in West London and be a key driver of engineering excellence.

About Us:

As a distinguished leader in the engineering industry, we are dedicated to delivering innovative solutions and pioneering projects. Our commitment to excellence has earned us a strong reputation, and we're looking for a talented Systems PEL to contribute to our continued success.

The Role:

So, what will you be doing as a Systems Project Engineering Lead?

1. Lead and manage the engineering team to successfully deliver project milestones, ensuring high-quality results within agreed timelines and budget constraints.
2. Oversee and manage work packages, ensuring that all activities are aligned with project requirements and objectives.
3. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure clear communication, managing dependencies, risks, and opportunities effectively.
4. Develop and manage engineering plans, ensuring all assumptions, risks, and opportunities are identified, communicated, and actively managed.
5. Provide leadership across the full project lifecycle, from requirements elicitation through to production.
6. Manage configuration and change control throughout the engineering process.
7. Ensure compliance with all engineering standards, methodologies, and best practices.

What are we looking for in our next Systems Project Engineering Lead?

1. Strong experience managing complex engineering projects, with a proven track record in work package management.
2. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building strong relationships within the team and with stakeholders.
3. Prior experience working on defence projects.
4. Proven ability to manage engineering teams through the development phase of a project, including requirements elicitation, design, testing, and production.
5. Skilled in engineering estimation and production of engineering plans.
6. Familiarity with the different design gates a project goes through, from bid to production readiness review.
7. Solid understanding of configuration management and change management processes.
8. A background in systems engineering, with knowledge across electrical, mechanical, and software engineering disciplines.
9. Experience in leading multi-disciplinary teams in the defence sector.
10. A relevant engineering degree or equivalent qualifications.
11. Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

My client is keen to get this position filled ASAP, so if you feel you have the skills and desire to provide passion and drive as the next Systems PEL, this is the opportunity for you!

So, if you are interested in joining a well-established, renowned, globally recognised organisation working with experts in their field as the next Systems PEL, hit that apply button now!

How to Apply:

Showcase your expertise and passion for complex engineering projects. Submit your updated resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and enthusiasm for joining our team in West London.

***PLEASE NOTE***

Security Clearance (SC) or eligibility to gain is required to be considered for this vacancy.

Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.