Job Title: Lead Engineer Location: TF3, Stafford Park Salary: £70,000 – £90,000 per annum Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time We are looking for an experienced Lead Engineer to play a key role in delivering high-quality engineering solutions across automation and control projects. This is a leadership position with responsibility for technical ownership, team supervision, and project support. Key Responsibilities * Lead the functional safety lifecycle within projects * Supervise engineers and verify deliverables meet standards * Mentor apprentices, juniors, and graduate engineers * Collaborate with Project Managers on timelines and budgets * Manage risks and implement technical changes * Prepare Functional & Safety Requirement Specifications * Develop system layouts: SLDs, network topologies, device maps * Produce software specs for PLC, HMI, SCADA, Drives, Robots * Support factory testing, commissioning & site acceptance * Take ownership of the Technical Construction File * Promote and contribute to continuous improvement * Support the evolution of internal engineering standards Requirements * Degree (BEng/BSE) or Level 6 Apprenticeship in Electrical/Electronic Engineering * 7 years in a similar control systems or safety engineering role * Strong understanding of electrical control systems and safety standards Key Skills & Traits * Hands-on, proactive mindset * Excellent communication (written & verbal) * Strong problem-solving skills * Organised, dependable, and adaptable * Works well independently and in teams