Lead Engineering Technician
Construction, Engineering & Trades · Civil & Industrial Engineering · Mechanical Engineering · Electrical Engineering · Robotics & Automation
In short
Saab UK seeks a Lead Engineering Technician in Fareham to manage daily R&D facility operations, execute complex technical tasks, and lead a team of technicians. This role involves hands-on electro-mechanical builds, engineering test routines, and technical review studies, alongside planning and ensuring a safe work environment.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily engineering R&D facility operations and coordinate technician work.
- Manage assets, ensuring equipment is operational and fit for purpose.
- Serve as safety lead for the assigned area, ensuring compliance with protocols and standards.
- Champion 5S workplace optimization standards for productivity and efficiency.
- Manage equipment calibration status according to company processes.
- Perform hands-on builds of electro-mechanical hardware, jigs, fixtures, and wiring harnesses.
- Execute engineering test routines and document results for design reviews.
- Conduct technical review studies and provide first-line support.
- Schedule, assign, and review daily tasks for the technician team.
- Train and mentor technicians on technical skills and protocols.
- Act as a liaison between engineers, project managers, and technicians.
Requirements
- HNC or Degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
- Competency in an Electrical and Electronic Engineering environment.
- Previous experience in personnel supervision/management, including coaching, mentoring, and workload management.
- Ability to work unsupervised to tight timescales.
- Working knowledge of Mechanical Engineering principles.
- Working knowledge of Software principles (embedded and associated tool chains).
- Competent use of Microsoft Office to a high level.
- Minimum 3 years in a test-focused role or within test equipment development.
- Proven experience in data capture and analysis.
- Proven experience working on multi-disciplinary systems (electrical, mechanical, software).
- Excellent knowledge of test equipment and platforms.
- Experience with data capture and logging.
- Experience in the creation of test reports.
- Innovative and creative mind-set with technical awareness.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Enthusiasm, drive, and personality.
Desired Qualifications
- Degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering.
- Formal qualification in Mechanical Engineering or Software.
- High competence with National Instruments LabView and TestStand software tool chains.
- Experience in creating/modifying software scripts/programs (e.g., Python, Visual Basic, C, C++).
- Expertise in Verification & Validation processes and associated tools.
- Experience in the offshore and/or subsea industry.
- Knowledge of product certification, best-practice, and industry standards.
- Expert/advanced user of Microsoft Excel.
- Experience with data archiving/controlled repositories management.
- Previous experience in a customer-facing role.
Benefits
- Opportunity to work on innovative robotic technology for harsh environments.
- Be part of a team revolutionizing the underwater world with advanced engineering.
- Contribute to keeping people and society safe through advanced technology.
- Career growth opportunities within a growing UK presence.
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Company
Saab
Job Posted
3 weeks ago
Expires
Potentially expired
Employment Type
Full Time
WorkMode
On Site
Experience Level
Mid-Senior
Locations
Fareham, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Qualification
Undergraduate, Diploma
Applicants
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