Lead Engineer - Infrastructure & Mechanical Systems

Our Service Engineering Lead Engineer - Infrastructure & Mechanical Systems is essential to the successful execution and enhancement of our systems. This role supports the systems engineering team by ensuring comprehensive understanding of civil and mechanical project requirements, accurate budget planning, and appropriate scope management to protect company interests while delivering valuable system solutions with excellent operational rigor.

Systems Engineering Team Support:

• Support the Service Engineering Manager and systems engineering team by providing expertise in civil and mechanical requirements assessment
• Provide technical leadership, advice, and assistance to the systems engineering team regarding infrastructure and mechanical aspects of projects
• Ensure systems engineering solutions properly account for civil and mechanical integration requirements

Requirements Analysis & Budget Protection:

• Monitor, control, and manage service engineering project budgets with specific focus on infrastructure and mechanical scope definition and cost implications
• Analyze customer requirements to ensure service solutions meet customer, contract, quality, and regulatory requirements while protecting company interests from scope creep
• Plan and progress civil and mechanical aspects of service-related activities, including testing, commissioning, and upgrades for specific projects

Customer Interface & Scope Management:

• Serve as technical advisor for customer interactions involving infrastructure and mechanical requirements
• Translate customer issues/needs into appropriate civil and mechanical specifications while ensuring reasonable scope boundaries
• Support contract negotiations and change management to prevent excessive customer demands on infrastructure and mechanical deliverables

Project Documentation & Risk Management:

• Monitor project documentation, risk management processes, design reviews, and quality & change control systems specifically for infrastructure and mechanical aspects
• Support improvement initiatives and 'cost out' plans by identifying opportunities to optimize civil and mechanical requirements
• Ensure accurate specification and budgeting for infrastructure and mechanical components and services

One (1) Service Engineering Lead Engineer - Infrastructure & Mechanical Systems

Essential Requirements: A mix of the following skills is preferred, and we understand not everyone will meet all of these requirements:

Infrastructure & Mechanical Engineering Background:

• Experience in an engineering leadership environment, particularly in service roles with focus on infrastructure and mechanical systems
• Experience in design and system integration working on complex multi-disciplinary projects involving civil, mechanical, and systems integration
• Understanding of infrastructure and mechanical requirements for power system installations and facility infrastructure

Budget & Requirements Management:

• Experience in managing project budgets with emphasis on infrastructure and mechanical scope definition and cost control
• Customer-centric mindset, with experience in translating customer issues/needs into effective and appropriately scoped infrastructure and mechanical solutions
• Experience in contract management and scope protection for engineering services

Technical Assessment Capabilities:

• Experience in specifying infrastructure and mechanical components and understanding their integration with power systems
• Knowledge of civil and mechanical aspects of power generation, industrial facilities, and system installations
• Ability to multitask on various tasks within strict time scales while maintaining budget and scope discipline

Communication & Leadership Skills:

• Strong analytical, interpersonal, communication, presentation, and facilitation skills
• Proven ability to support multi-disciplinary teams and provide technical guidance effectively
• Experience in customer-facing roles with ability to manage expectations and scope boundaries

Minimum Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar degree with suitable industry experience in power systems or industrial facility projects

Preferred Professional Certifications:

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Civil or Mechanical Engineering
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Cost engineering or project controls certifications
• Contract management training

Requirements & Budget Management:

• Infrastructure and mechanical requirements assessment and specification
• Project budget development and scope protection
• Contract analysis and change management
• Risk assessment for infrastructure and mechanical deliverables

Technical Support:

• Infrastructure and mechanical systems integration with power systems
• Facility requirements for system installations
• Building codes and regulatory compliance
• Quality and change control systems

Customer & Team Interface:

• Systems engineering team collaboration and support
• Customer requirement translation and scope management
• Technical advisory services for project teams
• Cross-functional communication and coordination

• Engaging and challenging systems engineering support projects
• A work environment that recognizes diverse expectations regarding careers and work-life balance, with discussions on flexibility requirements welcomed
• Attractive compensation (Base + Variable package)
• Flexible benefits including Employer pension contribution, Income protection, Private Health Insurance, and Life Assurance
• 26 days vacation plus bank holidays

This role involves work for customers who manage critical infrastructure; based on customer requirements it will be necessary to carry out background checks and suitability assessments (UK BPSS clearance OR UK SC clearance) as part of the hiring process. Read more on national security vetting levels here.