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Lead Design and Project Engineer - Defence Sector - Permanent - Attractive - Buckinghamshire
A Lead Design and Project Engineer is needed for an established supplier of engineering solutions for the defence sector. They specialise in the design, manufacture and support of control systems, and power systems for defence platforms within the safety critical and harsh environment domain.
The Lead Design and Project Engineer will lead the design and development of new equipment, primarily with mechanical but also electrical skills. The Lead Design and Project Engineer must be creative, inquisitive, keen to learn, question everything and have an eye for detail.
With the support of the Technical Director the Lead Design and Project Engineer role also covers the full product life-cycle, and you must take the technical lead, the design authority role and develop into a subject matter expert (SME).
The Lead Design and Project Engineer will have a broad range of experience and skills within mechanical design, sheet metal fabrication, manufacturing and prototyping, product development, CAD, and project management but also a good understanding of other manufacturing methods and electrical design. This opportunity will have 3-6 months of Training and Development built in.
Key Duties for the Lead Design and Project Engineer
- Product development, designing new solutions to meet complex customer requirements.
- Lead a team of mechanical engineers to design and develop solutions for customers.
- Create concepts, managing design compliance and regulatory compliance.
- Ensure solutions are viable and designed efficiently for manufacture and assembly.
- Be a technical point of contact for customers and accountable for successful delivery of projects.
- Drive the team towards excellence by improving standards and processes.
- Mentoring, motivating, and developing the teams' skills and capabilities.
- May be required to help with general engineering tasks and CAD to support day to day activities.
- Create effective technical reports to support bid responses, etc.
- Providing design justifications, managing the design process, and managing the product life-cycle.
- Designing, prototyping, and developing electro-mechanical products.
- Substantiating designs using analytical methods, FEA software, and other simulation tools.
- Developing high quality, cost effective and production ready designs in 3D CAD.
- Promote a culture of excellence and team expertise in DFMA.
- Conducting material selection, evaluation, and leading internal and external design reviews with customers.
- The certification and compliance management and developing comprehensive technical documentation.
- Managing configuration control, product safety, and obsolescence.
- Providing peer review of drawings, reports, and other engineering output
- Assisting in the development of company procedures, codes of practise and work instructions.
- Promoting continual improvement and contributing to business process improvements.
Key Skills/Experience Required for the Lead Design and Project Engineer
- Knowledge and experience and a background in design and development.
- Designing for sheet metal fabrication and associated manufacturing techniques.
- Experience in analysis, e.g. Stress, CFD, FEA etc, using associated software tools, ideally NASTRAN.
- Demonstrable mechanical design experience and knowledge of Autodesk Inventor 3D CAD is desirable.
- A background in the naval, marine or defence sectors would be advantageous.
- Qualified with the equivalent of a UK degree or have significant relevant industry experience.
- Ability to analyse complex technical issues and develop innovative solutions.
- Strong problem-solving ability with clear and effective communication, both written and verbal.
- Ability to produce concept designs to satisfy a customer's equipment specification.
- Familiar with and able to understand standards e.g. DEF STANS to identify relevant requirements.
- Confident in design justification, hand calculations, simulations, and testing.
- Articulate and able to influence stakeholders for an optimal solution with effective presentations.
- Able to work with cross-functional teams, including engineers, designers, and other stakeholders.
- Writing test specifications, test requirements, ITPs, and documents to demonstrate compliance.
- Prepared to challenge existing SME, question traditional solutions and to drive innovation.
- Courageous and innovative mindset, unafraid to challenge conventional thinking.
- Motivating, able to plan own time, priorities, and deadlines to ensure project success.
**Candidates must be British Nationals as full UK Security Clearance (SC) may be required, and this is due to the nature of the Defence products involved**
Demand for this role will undoubtedly be high, and interviews will be arranged very soon. If you have the right experience and you want to be considered, please apply today. If you have any questions about the Lead Design and Project Engineer role, please contact Peter Heap at Jonathan Lee Recruitment on 01384 446127 or send suitable CV's to peter.heap@jonlee.co.uk
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Telford
£32k per year
Permanent
On Site
Service Planner – Job Overview
This role focuses on scheduling, coordinating, and monitoring service work of machinery and material handling equipment to ensure efficient operations that meets both customer and business needs. You will be working for a Telford based company that operates a workshop and service engineering team concerned with the installation and maintenance of automated material handling equipment across UK and Europe. The role involves direct liaison with customers, allocation of field service engineers and accurate system updates.
Hours 8 – 5 Mon – Fri with am and pm paid 15 Min breaks
As Service Planner your Responsibilities will include
- Plan and schedule jobs, service calls, and projects for field service engineers; manage tight deadlines and maximise productivity.
- Allocate resources based on engineer's skills and availability; make recommendations to optimise efficiency.
- Serve as main contact for customers and engineers, handle job requests, provide updates, and maintain professional relationships.
- Keep scheduling systems up-to-date with accurate task, resource, and timing data.
- Track and report KPIs; collaborate with field engineers and support on-site activities.
- Identify and act on opportunities to streamline processes, improve first-time fix rates, and boost operational performance.
Essential Skills and Experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication; capable of handling reactive service issues and escalating as needed.
- Skilled in scheduling systems and business software.
- Positive, proactive, and team-oriented attitude.
- Background in customer service, logistics, or administration ideally as service planner
- Previous experience coordinating and planning engineers and scheduling diaries
- Experience in facilities maintenance, food, fmcg in maintenance planning or service coordinating is advantageous
You will have current or recent experience working as service engineer planner, service coordinator, engineer planner, maintenance and stores planner, maintenance stores coordinator
Benefits
- Competitive salary of £30 – 32,000
- Joining a friendly inclusive team offering support and excellent on-boarding
- 23 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays + 3 Christmas gifted days (with incremental increases for long service).
- Pension scheme: 3% employee / 5% employer, with salary sacrifice option.
- Healthcare, Insurance, and Life Assurance (10× salary).
- Regular company events.
If you are an experienced service planner seeking a role with an established engineering company APPLY TODAY
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Warwick
£40k - 50k per year + Benefits
Permanent
On Site
Electrical Design Engineer
Location: Warwick
Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 per annum plus excellent benefits and bonus
We’re seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join a forward-thinking engineering business at the forefront of industrial drive and control technology.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled engineer with proven experience in electrical design for industrial automation or control systems. You’ll take ownership of electrical design projects from concept through to commissioning, working closely with clients and internal teams to deliver high-quality, bespoke solutions.
You’ll be involved in the full lifecycle of projects - from interpreting customer requirements and producing detailed electrical schematics to supporting production, testing, and on-site commissioning. This role offers the chance to contribute technical leadership, mentor junior engineers, and play a key part in shaping future design standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design and production of detailed schematics and connection drawings for bespoke electrical control systems.
- Liaise directly with clients to define technical requirements and translate them into functional design specifications.
- Develop and support PLC and automation system designs where required.
- Provide clear technical documentation, advice, and guidance to production and commissioning teams.
- Ensure all designs comply with relevant UK legislation, EU directives, and applicable standards.
- Conduct component selection, cost analysis, and support sourcing of suitable alternatives.
- Provide responsive technical support internally and externally, including site and commissioning visits when required.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of design processes, technical documentation, and product standards.
- Support and mentor junior members of the engineering team.
About You
- Degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical, Control, or related Engineering discipline.
- Strong experience in electrical design for industrial control systems or automation environments.
- Proficient in AutoCAD Electrical or equivalent design software.
- Solid understanding of single and three-phase motor control, safety circuits, and industrial power systems.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and organisational skills.
- Confident communicator, capable of managing client relationships and working collaboratively across teams.
- Knowledge of PLC programming, frequency inverters, and BS7671 electrical installation standards. (Highly desirable)
- Understanding of the EU Machinery Directive and other relevant standards. (Desirable)
- Practical experience with control panel build, testing, diagnostics, or commissioning. (Desirable)
This is a fantastic opportunity to take a leading role within a growing and innovative business, where your technical expertise will make a real impact.
Please note: Applicants must have full eligibility to work in the UK indefinitely without sponsorship.
Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
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Worcestershire
£13.68 - 13.68 per hour + pension
Contract
On Site
Purchase Ledger Invoice Clerk (4 days - 30 hours per week)
Worcester Based
£13.68 per hour
Band 5
About the Job
The Company
Our client, Yamazaki Mazak is a leading global manufacturing company based in Worcester.
This is an excellent opportunity to work for a market leading Machine Tool manufacturer who have been at the forefront of the industry for many years.
Jonathan Lee Workforce Solutions are the preferred supplier to Mazak.
Job Description
The Role
The role of the Purchase Ledger Invoice Clerk is to action the three-way matching process. This provides vital financial control by verifying that a supplier's invoice matches with the company's purchase order (PO) and goods received note (GRN) before passing to accounts payable for payment processing.
Key Responsibilities
Invoice Processing:
- Match the invoices received electronically from suppliers to the goods received note (GRN) and purchase order (PO) raised internally. This is done using our inhouse bespoke software and can be in any major currency.
- Ensuring invoices waiting to be matched are kept to a minimum.
Discrepancy Resolution:
- Investigate and resolve any discrepancies found during the three-way matching process such as mismatched quantities or pricing errors.
- Communicate with the purchasing and receiving departments, as well as external vendors, to resolve issues promptly.
- Place invoices on hold until discrepancies are fully resolved.
Documentation and Compliance:
- Maintain digital files of all invoices, POs and GRNs to ensure a clear audit trail.
- Generate weekly report showing invoices outstanding across the business.
- Assist with managers, auditors when needed
Person Specification
Although full training will be given to the successful candidate the following would be advantageous:
- Experience / knowledge: Prior knowledge of purchase ledger and or three-way matching process.
- Communication: The ability to communicate with effectively with colleagues.
- Organisation skills: Strong organisational and time management skills to handle a high volume of transactions and meet deadlines.
- The role is 4 days / 30hrs per week.
The Reward
The successful candidate can also expect the following:
- Join a successful, multi-national manufacturing company
- Excellent career potential
- 21 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays
- X2 Salary Life Insurance Package and Well Being Programmes
- Aviva Pension
- Free Uniform
- Free Parking
- Subsidised Restaurant on site
- Overtime is paid at Time 1/3 first 2 hours then Time 1/2 thereafter each day. Saturday is Time 1/2 and Sunday Double Time
- The hours are 08:15am - 4:30pm.
If this Purchase Ledger Invoice Clerk role sounds like the right opportunity for you then please call to discuss further or email me at the address provided.
Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
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Nuneaton
Competitive Salary Plus Benefits
Permanent
On Site
Engineering Project Manager
Defence, Automotive, Off-Highway, Prototype Build
Competitive Salary Plus Benefits
Are you an Engineering Project Manager seeking a fantastic opportunity to work with a forward-thinking company that is revolutionising the autonomous off-highway technology industry. As an Engineering Project Manager, you'll be at the forefront of innovation, driving projects that shape the future of vehicle builds and payload integration. This is not just a job; it's your chance to grow your career in a dynamic environment, working on cutting-edge technologies while making a real impact. With a focus on quality, cost, and time objectives, this role offers the perfect blend of technical challenge and progression within a growing organisation.
As an Engineering Project Manager you will:
- Forecast engineering projects accurately, including resources, budgets, and timelines.
- Collaborate with technical leads to allocate resources and maintain project requirements.
- Prepare and maintain Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) for engineering activities.
- Provide governance updates covering budgets, timelines, risks, issues, and opportunities.
- Monitor and report on fault identification and resolution during vehicle and payload build and testing.
- Communicate effectively with technical teams to ensure seamless integration of new technology.
The Engineering Project Manager will have:
- Demonstrable knowledge and experience of mechanical and electrical design and build.
- Experience with Agile project management methods, such as Kanban or Scrum.
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to manage risks proactively.
- Understanding of autonomous and hybrid vehicle technologies, including CAN bus systems.
- Relevant engineering degree or equivalent technical industry knowledge, along with project management qualifications such as APMP.
In this role, you'll contribute to the company's mission of becoming the partner of choice for autonomous off-highway technologies. Your expertise in engineering and project management will help deliver innovative solutions that meet the highest standards of quality and efficiency. You will be part of a collaborative team that values continuous improvement and strives to deliver excellence in every project.
Location:
This position is based at the company's UK headquarters in Nuneaton, Warwickshire, with weekly attendance required.
Interested?:
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and become an integral part of a company that's shaping the future of engineering, don't wait! Apply today for the Engineering Project Manager role and seize the opportunity to make your mark in a cutting-edge industry.
Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
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Leighton Buzzard
£45k - 49k per year
Permanent
On Site
A FMCG manufacturer are seeking a Shift Engineer to join their dynamic and forward-thinking team. With a focus on innovation and excellence, this company is at the forefront of manufacturing technology, providing a collaborative and inspiring environment where your skills can truly shine. Alongside career growth opportunities, you'll enjoy fantastic benefits including a pension scheme, flexible holidays, a health cash plan, and exclusive discounts on products and services.
Salary £44,000 to £49,000 plus Overtime & Benefits
Shift Pattern- Double Days, 6 on 3 off.
What You Will Do:
- Provide engineering maintenance and fault-finding support for advanced industrial machinery, including injection moulding machines and assembly lines.
- Work on planned preventive maintenance schedules to ensure optimal operational efficiency.
- Troubleshoot PLC and drive systems to minimise downtime and enhance productivity.
- Collaborate with operational teams and management to address maintenance requirements and provide detailed feedback on repairs and preventative measures.
- Promote safety by adhering to OHSE legislation, completing risk assessments, and encouraging safe behaviours across the site.
- Actively contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence strategies.
What You Will Bring:
- Time-served Industrial Electrician qualifications and ONC certification as a minimum.
- Proven experience in an industrial engineering environment, ideally within manufacturing.
- Knowledge of injection moulding machines and assembly lines, with a strong foundation in troubleshooting PLCs and drive systems.
- Computer literacy and familiarity with CMMS systems.
- A proactive, problem-solving mindset with a positive attitude and commitment to safety and quality.
This role is integral to the company's mission of delivering manufacturing excellence and driving innovation. As a Shift Engineer, your contributions will play a key role in improving productivity, reducing downtime, and enhancing overall operational efficiency. This company is deeply committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring that every team member has the opportunity to thrive and grow.
Location:
This exciting opportunity is based at the company's modern and well-equipped site in Leighton Buzzard.
Interested?:
If you're ready to make an impact and grow your career as a Shift Engineer, this is your chance. Apply today to join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence. Don't miss out-submit your application now!
Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
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