Technical Project Engineering Lead

Want to lead complex engineering work where mechanical, electronics and Embedded systems all come together?
This is a hands-on technical leadership role for someone who enjoys shaping new product design, guiding project decisions and working close to customers on high-value engineering solutions.
You'll join a specialist Embedded computing environment, taking technical ownership across design, manufacture, test and delivery. The work is office-based in Wokingham, with projects linked to UK defence, so British citizenship is essential.

What you'll be trusted to lead.

• Lead the technical design of new products and supporting engineering projects.
• Work with Project Managers to define timescales, resources, risks and delivery plans.
• Support RFQs, RFIs and customer bids, including solution design, cost input and risk analysis.
• Guide documentation, design records and technical evidence in line with quality procedures.
• Improve engineering processes where you see a better way to work.
• Keep projects aligned with ISO, quality, health and safety expectations.

The technical depth you'll bring.

• Broad experience across mechanical and electronics design, manufacture and test.
• 3D CAD capability, ideally SolidWorks, though other platforms are welcome.
• Understanding of schematic capture and electrical design principles.
• Experience with high-level system design.
• Knowledge of chassis, mechanical assemblies and electrical assemblies.
• Practical exposure to DFMA, DFMEA and design for test.
• Awareness of safety, EMC, environmental or defence-related standards.
• Familiarity with software or firmware environments, including Windows, Linux, microcontrollers or RTOS.

The essentials.

• Technical project leadership experience in a high-tech engineering environment.
• Strong knowledge of electronics, Embedded systems or complex engineered products.
• Mechanical, Mechatronics or relevant Engineering degree, or equivalent experience.
• British passport holder due to MOD-related work.

Package.
Salary £55,000 - £60,000, plus 15% bonus, private medical insurance, pension, life assurance and group income protection.

Full time onsite in Wokingham