Mechanical Engineering Lead
Job in
Plymouth, Devon, PL2, England, UK
Listed on 2026-09-11
Listing for:
Tatton Recruitment
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-11
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Mechanical Engineer, Systems Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Certain Advantage is hiring for a Mechanical Engineer Lead based in the Southwest area.
This role is on a permanent basis and is hybrid-based.
The Company
We’re working with an engineering company specialising in solving complex engineering challenges across industries—from Power Generation, Rail and more.
Does this sound like your next career move?
If you’re ambitious to grow, this may be your next role?
The Role:
This role is for a Mechanical Engineer Lead—someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. You’ll be results-oriented and driven to succeed.
You’ll be leading a small, experienced, and collaborative team, and be responsible for:
Support engineering delivery across the full project lifecycle including concept development, design, implementation, commissioning, and operational support.
Review and approve technical documentation
Support configuration management activities.
Provide technical oversight to facility modifications, infrastructure upgrades, and asset lifecycle management activities.
Support planning, risk management, and progress reporting activities associated with engineering delivery.
Support installation, commissioning, and testing activities where required to ensure engineering solutions are successfully implemented.
The Individual
We’re looking for people who can show:
Degree in Engineering or relevant technical discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
Engineering expertise within a highly regulated or safety-critical industry.
Leading engineering teams or coordinating multidisciplinary engineering activities.
Delivering engineering solutions across the full asset lifecycle including design, modification, maintenance, and operational support.
Understanding of engineering governance, technical assurance, and configuration management.
Desirable Attributes:
Understanding of the nuclear industry and/or other safety-critical environments.
Supporting infrastructure or facility-based engineering projects.
Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, or process systems associated with industrial facilities.
Working within defence or MoD environments supporting asset lifecycle management.
The Benefits:
Salary circa £70 000 per annum
Training and Development
Career progression
Does this sound like your next career move? Apply today.
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