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Dorking, Surrey (Hybrid/Flexible Working Available)

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.
  
  

• 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.
  
  

• 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.
  
  

• 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.
  
  

• 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.
  
  

• 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.
  
  

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

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