Lead Systems Engineer

1 week ago


Teddington, Greater London, United Kingdom National Physical Laboratory Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Systems Engineer to join our Materials and Mechanical Metrology department at the National Physical Laboratory. As a key member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work on a range of our instrumentation and metrology projects, providing technical expertise that informs our strategy and shapes our site infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the requirements definition and management, overall system architecture, assembly, integration, validation, and verification of scientific instrumentation.
  • Identify and implement the highest quality technical solutions in a cost-effective way and within schedule.
  • Appraise equipment and make recommendations for further efficiencies and compliance, ensuring all safety procedures are followed and reported.
  • Provide technical leadership of project teams, working closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure a satisfactory design, development, and delivery process.
  • Manage multidisciplinary science/engineering teams, mentoring and leading a small team of Systems Engineers allocated to each project.

Requirements

  • Degree in Physics or an applicable engineering subject area (Optical, Mechanical, Electronics, Systems, or Software), or equivalent.
  • Industry Systems Engineering experience across the full Systems Engineering Lifecycle.
  • Experience in developing and delivering complex instrumentation and control systems, working to deadlines in a multi-project environment.
  • Knowledge of a wide range of technologies.
  • Excellent analytical and technical problem-solving skills.
  • Project management skills.

About You

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Principal Systems Engineer who can provide technical leadership and expertise to our team. If you have a strong background in Systems Engineering, excellent analytical and technical problem-solving skills, and experience in managing multidisciplinary teams, we would like to hear from you.

Working at the National Physical Laboratory

We strive to offer a great work-life balance, with a mix of remote and office working. We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment, where you can grow and develop your career.



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