Lead Engineer
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Lead Engineer
Company: [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk]
Location: Coventry, UK (Onsite)
Salary: £350 – £375 per day (Contractor – Outside IR35) / £45,000 – £55,000 per annum (Fixed-Term Contract)
Job Type: Contract / Fixed-Term
Work Type: On-site
Experience Level: Mid-Senior level
Job Description
An established engineering organisation operating within the defence vehicle sector is seeking an experienced Lead Engineer to support a period of sustained programme growth.
This role focuses on delivering next-generation vehicle systems for global defence programmes and future mobility developments.
You will take technical ownership of complex electro-mechanical systems, ensuring solutions meet demanding customer, regulatory, and operational requirements.
Working within a collaborative, engineering-led environment, you will contribute directly to programmes that deliver advanced protection and mobility capabilities.
Both fixed-term and day-rate engagement options are available for an immediate start.
Technical Leadership & Ownership
- Take overall technical responsibility for assigned vehicle system projects
- Ensure designs meet customer specifications, regulatory requirements, and quality standards
- Guide engineering solutions from concept through validation and qualification
- Balance performance, manufacturability, reliability, and long-term supportability
Engineering Delivery & Governance
- Manage engineering change, configuration control, and systems integration activities
- Support prototype builds, testing, validation, and qualification programmes
- Drive robust root-cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
- Produce and review high-quality engineering documentation and data packs
Cross-Functional & Customer Collaboration
- Work closely with Chief Engineers, Project Managers, and Design teams
- Support bid activity, proposals, and technical submissions
- Engage with customers during technical reviews and evaluations
- Provide technical guidance across production and in-service support environments
The Person
- Degree or equivalent qualification in an engineering or related discipline
- Experience within defence, aerospace, automotive, or comparable engineering sectors
- Strong understanding of electro-mechanical and/or mechanical system architecture
- Knowledge of fabrication, machining, and composite manufacturing processes
- Practical, hands-on problem-solving approach with a focus on quality and manufacturability
- Experience with configuration management, change control, and systems engineering principles
- Familiarity with 3D CAD, CAE, or simulation tools
- Understanding of regulated or defence-related programme environments
- Experience supporting bids, proposals, or complex engineering programme delivery
- Must hold active UK Security Clearance
This is a fantastic opportunity to take technical ownership within a highly engineered and mission-critical environment. If you are a technically credible leader who thrives on solving complex engineering challenges and delivering real-world impact, we would welcome your application.
Application Instructions
If this role sounds like the perfect fit for your skills and experience, please get in touch with [Employer hidden] today. Submit your CV and a cover letter to [contact hidden] or call me on [contact hidden] for more information.
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