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Lead Engineer

AT Eaton
Eaton

Lead Engineer

Ferndown, United Kingdom

Located in Wimborne, Dorset, Eaton's Aerospace division is a global leader in aerospace fuel systems, renowned for delivering fully integrated solutions for both fixed and rotary-wing aircraft. Our Wimborne facility specialises in cutting-edge air-to-air refuelling systems, advanced refuelling probes, air-to-air and air-to-ground launch systems utilising both pneumatic and pyrotechnic ejection technologies, as well as a range of Defensive Aids Sub-Systems. With over 80 years of industry experience, we are recognised as the world's leading provider of air-to-air refuelling systems, offering fifth-generation solutions to Air Forces worldwide. Our legacy of innovation and technical excellence sets us apart as the most advanced air-to-air refuelling supplier on the glob

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What you'll do:

This role would suit an experienced engineer with a strong technical background who is able to lead a small indirect team to successfully complete a large project independently.

• Technically lead large projects, or multiple small projects.
• Provide technical leadership to Project Engineers.
• Be responsible for planning the engineering tasks, management of internal functions and generation of engineering management plans.
• Engage with customers to ensure a solution meets their expectations and communicate the customer expectations internally.
• Plan and present engineering design gate reviews, engage with internal functions (e.g. airworthiness, safety) to ensure the project delivery milestones are fully met
• Manage technical risks and opportunities.
• Execute all stages of system lifecycle (requirements management, validation, systems design, development, integration, verification and qualification per Eaton process and customer requirements)
• Manage engineering change to ensure system integrity all through the lifecycle and ensuring traceability of all key design decisions.
• Provide support and guidance in all areas of the product lifecycle.
• Liaising with the engineering leadership and programme management teams to ensure the project is adequately resourced and support to identify any potential capability shortfalls.

Qualifications:

• Degree in a relevant subject- is preferred
• You should have 10 years' experience in an engineering role

Skills:

• You'll need good communication skills, both verbal and written to interface with customers and internal stakeholders.
• You must be self-motived and proactive, using both your own technical skills and teamwork to find resolutions to issues.
• You should have experience of engineering lifecycle and design reviews.
• You must have experience in technical report writing.
• You need to be comfortable presenting technical content at all levels across the business.
• You should have had some indirect or direct management experience.
• It is expected that you have previously held engineering sign off for documents, but it's not required.
• Experience working with project management in the generation of schedules would be of benefit.

What we offer you:

  • Competitive compensation and benefits package
  • Challenging projects in dynamic collaborative team
  • Great company benefits including onsite parking and a gym
  • We make your aspirations matter - Eaton encourages internal promotion, whenever possible
  • We make your growth matter - We invest in our employees for the long term - not just with salary and benefits, but with ongoing learning and development opportunities made available through Eaton University
  • We make your contributions matter - reliability, safety, efficiency, and sustainability are at the core of our dedication to improving people's lives and the environment through power management technologies
  • We make your wellbeing matter - We put your health and safety first. Wellness at Eaton is more than a program, it's about changing the environment by offering the right tools to help empower employees to make that happen

The successful applicant will be in contact with US ITAR controlled technology, goods and information. As a condition of employment, employees with access to US ITAR controlled technology and goods may be required to undergo an additional screening process as part of the recruitment proc

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.

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Client-provided location(s): Wimborne Minster, Wimborne BH21, UK
Job ID: Eaton-38645Wimborne
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)