Lead Mechanical Engineer

2 weeks ago


Peterborough Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Baker Perkins Full time

In the bakery, biscuit, confectionery, snack and breakfast cereal sectors , many of the worlds leading brands rely on technology supplied by Baker Perkins who is part of the HILLENBRAND Group and operates from two sites in the UK and the USA.

The companys strength lies in its process expertise, engineering excellence and the ability to fully support customers worldwide . Baker Perkins provides the complete product life cycle from design to manufacture to assembly, installation and commissioning and lifetime support.

Baker Perkins Unit machines and process lines are based on over 100 years knowledge and experience supporting leading brands in our chosen industries. Baker Perkins position as global market leader is maintained by constant development of equipment and processes to provide customers with profitable new opportunities.

A range of services has also been developed to exploit the latest technology to maximise efficiency and minimise cost of ownership of new and existing plants and processes.

We are now seeking, for our site in Peterborough :

Lead Mechanical Engineer (m/f/d)

You will lead a small team of mechanical design engineers, especially for our bakery sector. This role requires hands-on technical design leadership, in addition to managing the team workload, communication, quality, and long-term professional development of your team.

Main Duties

Technical

  • Provide technical direction to the team, producing sound engineering solutions to engineering problems, backed up with design analysis where appropriate
  • Develop and implement innovative solutions to problems incorporating the latest materials, manufacturing processes and technology to drive the product range forward
  • Manage product developments, ensuring changes are controlled and implemented across the product range to maintain a standard equipment offering
  • Take overall design responsibility for projects assigned to the team and manage them from project launch to completion ensuring all project deliverables are met
  • Ensure all required design standards and legislation are met and supporting documentation is produced and approved
  • Warrant equipment quality, resolving any design problems found during manufacturing or commissioning
  • Coordinate technical support to sales to help produce accurate project proposals and manage project risk.
  • Guarantee designs comply with Baker Perkins standards and quality procedures
  • Support and where appropriate lead mechanical testing in the factory and/or on site
  • Actively share knowledge across the department to facilitate improving all product sectors and promote a common approach
  • Safeguard commercial implications are considered and understood when decisions are made by the team, including business risk, quality, cost and schedule

Team Management

  • Day-to-day management of team members
  • Recruitment and training plans for direct reports as well as mentoring of junior engineers
  • Management of project design cost, schedule and quality
  • Review and provide feedback on prospects including schedule, design hours and project risk
  • Deputise for the engineering manager or other lead sector engineers when needed
  • Drive and be a role model for the company values and behaviours
  • Be aware of and follow all company health and safety policies and procedures, in respect of self and others
Candidate Profile
  • Degree in mechanical engineering (BEng or higher) or equivalent
  • Strong hands-on experience in design, analysis and testing of mechanical systems
  • Experience in a relevant area of capital equipment: food and beverage, O&G, pharmaceuticals, etc.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to develop innovative solutions
  • Management know-how is an advantage, but not essential
  • Capability to manage multiple projects and prioritise accordingly
  • Dexterity in using 3D drawing packages and PLM software, and in checking mechanical calculations
  • Customer-oriented and commercially aware

Join us welcome to Shaping What Matters For Tomorrow

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