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Full-time | Permanent

Competitive Salary + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Shape tomorrow’s engineering with a team delivering high-impact design and analysis across cutting-edge industries.

At Frewer Engineering, we deliver world-class engineering consultancy across aerospace, defence, energy, marine and high-tech industrial sectors.

We’re looking for a talented and driven Lead Engineer to head up complex projects, guide multidisciplinary teams, and help us push technical boundaries through innovation and best practice.

Versatility and adaptability are key for this role, due to the varied nature of the work we undertake.

Lead Engineer - Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership

  • Lead engineering projects or major task packages from concept through to delivery.

  • Instil and promote engineering best practices and continuous improvement.

  • Ensure quality, innovation, and compliance across all engineering activities.

    Design Engineering

  • Own and lead design activities including 2D/3D CAD modelling of complex mechanical systems.

  • Generate and guide early-stage concepts and technical solutions.

  • Lead design reviews (internal and client-facing) and oversee DfX processes with manufacturers.

  • Review and check technical drawings and schemes for accuracy and compliance.

    Advanced Analysis

  • Direct FEA (linear, non-linear, thermal) for both components and assemblies.

  • Lead CFD modelling across 2D and 3D flow domains.

  • Perform and check hand calculations to validate detailed simulations.

  • Make informed design alterations based on performance, safety, and efficiency metrics.

  • Project Management

  • Take ownership of engineering project delivery-scope, schedule, and cost.

  • Manage budgets, report progress to internal teams, and communicate with clients.

  • Lead and co-ordinate large-scale project teams.

    Business Development

  • Maintain and grow key customer accounts as main point of contact.

  • Win new business through proposal creation, cost estimation, and campaign delivery.

  • Attend client meetings, trade shows, and industry events.

  • Manage your own business development pipeline and CRM entries.

    Communication & Reporting

  • Lead author and approver of technical reports and client documentation.

  • Create and deliver technical presentations for internal and external audiences.

  • Build strong working relationships with customers and suppliers through clear, confident communication.

    Mentorship & Leadership

    Supervise and guide junior engineers and placement students.

    Provide technical mentorship within a collaborative, forward-thinking environment.

    Professional Development

    Actively develop your skillset, including learning new software tools.

    Progress toward Chartered status with full support from the business.

    Lead Engineer - About You

  • Degree-qualified in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related engineering field.

  • Strong background in design, analysis, or project management (at least 2 of these areas).

  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

  • Experienced in leading teams and liaising with clients.

  • Proactive, technically curious, and committed to high standards.

    Lead Engineer - What We Offer

    Competitive salary + discretionary bonus.

    25 days holiday + bank holidays.

    Company pension scheme.

    Private Healthcare Scheme

    Hybrid working and flexible hours.

    Structured professional development plan (with CEng support).

    A chance to work on some of the UK’s most innovative engineering challenges.

    Ready to lead the future of high-performance engineering?

    Frewer & Co. Engineers LtdFrewer Engineering is an equal opportunity employer.

    We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of background

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