Lead Electrical Engineer

Lead the Engineering Behind Semiconductor Manufacturing Innovation

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We're supporting a global engineering and technology business that develops highly sophisticated equipment used in the manufacture of semiconductors, the critical components that power everything from AI and data centres to smartphones, electric vehicles, medical technology and advanced computing.

Operating at the forefront of precision engineering, this organisation designs and manufactures complex vacuum and automation systems that play a vital role in semiconductor production facilities around the world. Due to continued growth, they are now looking for a Lead Electrical Engineer to lead a growing team and drive the delivery of next generation engineering solutions.

The Opportunity
This is a leadership role with responsibility for guiding, mentoring and developing a team of Electrical Engineers working across the full product lifecycle, from concept and design through to testing, commissioning and customer deployment.

You'll work closely with technical specialists, project managers, manufacturing teams and customers to ensure electrical systems are delivered safely, compliantly and on schedule, whilst maintaining the highest engineering standards.

This position offers the opportunity to influence engineering strategy, drive best practice and contribute directly to the development of cutting edge equipment used within the semiconductor industry.

Key Responsibilities
Lead, motivate and develop a team of Electrical Engineers at varying levels of experience
Take ownership of electrical system and subsystem design activities
Drive projects from concept through design, validation, commissioning and field trials
Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, directives and safety requirements
Identify technical risks and implement effective mitigation strategies
Support design reviews, product verification and validation activities
Champion engineering best practice, modularity and standardisation across projects
Collaborate with multi disciplinary stakeholders to resolve technical challenges
Contribute to engineering strategy and the adoption of emerging technologies
Coach and mentor engineers to support their technical and professional development

About You
We're interested in speaking with engineers who combine strong technical expertise with proven leadership capability. xrexnqw

You'll ideally have:
Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
Significant experience in product design and development within a complex engineering environment
Experience leading projects, technical work packages and engineering teams
Strong understanding of product compliance, safety standards and regulated industries
Knowledge of standards such as EN60204, EN61010, EMC regulations, Functional Safety or similar
Experience conducting risk assessments and participating in design reviews, FMEA or HAZOP activities
Excellent stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills
A track record of mentoring and developing engineers
Chartered Engineer status or working towards it would be advantageous

Why Join?
Work on technology that enables global semiconductor manufacturing
Lead high value engineering programmes with genuine impact
Influence product development and engineering strategy
Hybrid working arrangement
Strong learning and career development opportunities
Collaborative and innovative engineering culture
Comprehensive benefits package
Excellent long term career prospects within a growing global business

If you're an experienced Electrical Engineering leader looking to apply your expertise within a highly advanced technology environment supporting the future of semiconductor manufacturing, we'd love to hear from you.