Lead Mechanical Design Engineer - Pumps

Overview

Lead design and mentor engineers for high-performance industrial pump systems.

Key Responsibilities

• pump design
• process improvement
• safety compliance
• customer relations
• team leadership
• technical guidance

Tasks

Are you ready to take the lead in shaping the future of high-performance industrial pump systems? In this position, you’ll lead and mentor a skilled engineering design team, ensuring all projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to world-class standards. As Engineering Lead, you’ll be at the forefront of design and technical excellence — guiding a talented team, tackling complex challenges, and delivering engineering solutions that make a real impact across multiple industries. -Overseeing design, modification, and upgrade projects for high-integrity pump systems. -Driving continuous improvement across design, process, and product quality. -Ensuring compliance with safety and engineering standards. -Building strong internal and external relationships to enhance customer satisfaction. -Collaborating closely with operations and support teams to achieve performance targets. -Providing technical leadership and problem-solving expertise.

Requirements

• engineering degree
• solidworks
• ansys
• rotating pumps
• leadership
• problem solving

What You Bring

You’ll be a confident and capable engineering leader with a strong background in mechanical or rotating equipment design. You’re someone who thrives on solving technical challenges and developing people to reach their full potential. -A degree, HND, or equivalent experience in mechanical or design engineering. -Proficiency in CAD and simulation tools (e.g. SolidWorks, ANSYS). -Proven experience working with industrial or rotating pumps.

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Benefits

If you’re looking for a role that offers variety, leadership, and the opportunity to grow within a business that values your expertise, this could be the ideal next step. ✅ Retail discounts, cashback and offers This is a company that truly looks after its people — promoting a healthy work-life balance, offering clear development pathways, and recognising your contribution every step of the way. ✅ Holiday Buy Scheme – purchase up to 5 extra days ✅ Enhanced company sick pay ✅ Up to 8% employer pension contribution ✅ Volunteering Scheme – paid time to support your local community ✅ Cycle to Work Scheme ✅ Long Service Recognition ✅ Health Cash Back Plan ✅ 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays Salary: Up to £60,000 + Excellent Benefits ✅ Life assurance ✅ Employee Assistance Programme

About First Achieve

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