Technical Lead

Technical LeadStrong on welding and fabrication? Be the technical authority behind high-integrity components in one of the most demanding, highly regulated manufacturing environments there is.This is a Technical Lead role with a respected precision manufacturer.As a Technical Lead you will be the go-to technical expert for the manufacture of high-integrity components in a highly regulated environment, with welding and fabrication at the very heart of the role. This is a hands-on technical authority role with no direct reports, so your focus stays firmly on the engineering itself, root cause analysis, specifications, and solving the problems that keep complex, regulated manufacturing on track. There is also real scope to help shape the future of the operation, supporting the move towards higher-volume, faster-turnaround manufacturing and developing the processes to make it happen. The business is looking specifically for someone with deep welding and fabrication expertise to lead this area with authority, backed by strong machining and metallurgy knowledge. With a long-term, secured order book behind it, this is a stable, senior role where your expertise genuinely carries the operation.Job ResponsibilitiesActing as the lead technical authority for welding and fabrication across the manufacture of high-integrity componentsProviding engineering solutions across welding, fabrication and CNC machiningLeading root cause analysis and resolving complex welding, fabrication and manufacturing problemsSetting and reviewing welding and fabrication methods to meet the acceptance criteria of a highly regulated industrySupporting the development of higher-volume, reduced-cycle-time manufacturing and the processes to enable itReviewing and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications, including complex geometries and tight tolerancesSupporting new product introduction, design changes and manufacturing strategyDeveloping and improving engineering processes, procedures and change controlManaging non-conformances through robust rework procedures and demonstrating product complianceRaising and controlling technical queries, production permits and concessionsDriving cost saving, continuous improvement and defect reduction on the lineActing as a technical point of contact for suppliers, clients and internal teamsSkills and ExperienceTo succeed as a Technical Lead you will need:Strong, demonstrable welding and fabrication experience, which is the priority for this roleA solid machining and manufacturing background gained in a precision engineering environmentMetallurgy experience and a good understanding of high-integrity materialsThe ability to act as the technical authority on welding and fabrication and lead root cause analysis on complex problemsConfidence reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications to recognised standardsExperience of working within a highly regulated, high-integrity manufacturing environmentAn interest in developing manufacturing processes to improve volume and reduce cycle timesA degree in an engineering or technical disciplineStrong communication skills, able to hold technical discussions with clients, suppliers and internal teamsA self-motivated, methodical approach, leading through expertise rather than line managementPay and BenefitsAs a Technical Lead you will receive:A salary up to £60,000 depending on experienceA company pension with 3% contribution25 days holiday plus bank holidaysA Christmas shutdown of up to 5 daysAccess to a health and wellbeing platformThe stability of a business with a secured, long-term order bookA senior, hands-on technical role with real authority and influenceReady to apply?Roles offering this level of technical authority, in an environment this demanding and this stable, do not come along often. If you are an engineer with genuine welding and fabrication expertise, this is a chance to own that area outright, help drive the operation towards higher-volume, faster manufacturing, and shape how high-integrity work gets done, all with a secured order book behind you. If you are ready to step up as the Technical Lead, this is one to act on. Apply now.TPBN1_UKTJ