Mechanical Engineering Lead
Certain Advantage
Mutley · posted 14 August 2026
Salary
£70,000 a year
Job type
full time
Location
Mutley, Devon
Category
Engineering
Mechanical Engineer Lead Certain Advantage is hiring for a Mechanical Engineer Lead based in the Southwest area.
Please ensure you read the below overview and requirements for this employment opportunity completely.
This role is on a permanent basis and is hybrid-based.
The Company Were working with an engineering company specialising in solving complex engineering challenges across industriesfrom Power Generation, Rail and more.
Does this sound like your next career move? If youre ambitious to grow, this may be your next role? The Role: This role is for a Mechanical Engineer Leadsomeone ambitious and ready to make an impact.
Youll be results-oriented and driven to succeed.
Youll be leading a small, experienced, and collaborative team, and be responsible for: Support engineering delivery across the full project lifecycle including concept development, design, implementation, commissioning, and operational support.
Review and approve technical documentation Support configuration management activities.
Provide technical oversight to facility modifications, infrastructure upgrades, and asset lifecycle management activities.
Support planning, risk management, and progress reporting activities associated with engineering delivery.
Support installation, commissioning, and testing activities where required to ensure engineering solutions are successfully implemented.
The Individual Were looking for people who can show: Degree in Engineering or relevant technical discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
Engineering expertise within a highly regulated or safety-critical industry.
Leading engineering teams or coordinating multidisciplinary engineering activities.
Delivering engineering solutions across the full asset lifecycle including design, modification, maintenance, and operational support.
Understanding of engineering governance, technical assurance, and configuration management.
Desirable Attributes: Understanding of the nuclear industry and/or other safety-critical environments.
Supporting infrastructure or facility-based engineering projects.
Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, or process systems associated with industrial facilities.
Working within defence or MoD environments supporting asset lifecycle management.
The Benefits: Salary circa £70 000 per annum Training and Development Career progression Does this sound like your next career move? Apply today.
Working with Certain Advantage We go the extra mile to find the best people for the job.
If youre hunting for a role where you can make an impact and grow your career, well work with you to find it.
We work with businesses across the UK to find the best people in Finance, Marketing, IT and Engineering. xwzovoh
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Please ensure you read the below overview and requirements for this employment opportunity completely.
This role is on a permanent basis and is hybrid-based.
The Company Were working with an engineering company specialising in solving complex engineering challenges across industriesfrom Power Generation, Rail and more.
Does this sound like your next career move? If youre ambitious to grow, this may be your next role? The Role: This role is for a Mechanical Engineer Leadsomeone ambitious and ready to make an impact.
Youll be results-oriented and driven to succeed.
Youll be leading a small, experienced, and collaborative team, and be responsible for: Support engineering delivery across the full project lifecycle including concept development, design, implementation, commissioning, and operational support.
Review and approve technical documentation Support configuration management activities.
Provide technical oversight to facility modifications, infrastructure upgrades, and asset lifecycle management activities.
Support planning, risk management, and progress reporting activities associated with engineering delivery.
Support installation, commissioning, and testing activities where required to ensure engineering solutions are successfully implemented.
The Individual Were looking for people who can show: Degree in Engineering or relevant technical discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
Engineering expertise within a highly regulated or safety-critical industry.
Leading engineering teams or coordinating multidisciplinary engineering activities.
Delivering engineering solutions across the full asset lifecycle including design, modification, maintenance, and operational support.
Understanding of engineering governance, technical assurance, and configuration management.
Desirable Attributes: Understanding of the nuclear industry and/or other safety-critical environments.
Supporting infrastructure or facility-based engineering projects.
Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, or process systems associated with industrial facilities.
Working within defence or MoD environments supporting asset lifecycle management.
The Benefits: Salary circa £70 000 per annum Training and Development Career progression Does this sound like your next career move? Apply today.
Working with Certain Advantage We go the extra mile to find the best people for the job.
If youre hunting for a role where you can make an impact and grow your career, well work with you to find it.
We work with businesses across the UK to find the best people in Finance, Marketing, IT and Engineering. xwzovoh
If this job isnt for you, head to .uk and register for job alerts and career guidance tips.