Chief Engineer – Mechanical Engineering Project Lead

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom, +4 more countries.

📋 Description

• Create realistic engineering projects that encompass mechanical design, engineering analysis, manufacturing, and testing.

• Develop project scenarios that mirror real-world engineering challenges and industry workflows.

• Convert high-level project goals into comprehensive engineering requirements, operational constraints, and quantifiable acceptance criteria.

• Decompose intricate engineering problems into interconnected tasks with well-defined inputs, outputs, dependencies, and deliverables.

• Outline responsibilities and technical contributions for specialists across various engineering disciplines.

• Set technical evaluation criteria to evaluate the quality, feasibility, and completeness of engineering solutions.

• Utilize engineering judgment to evaluate design decisions, technical trade-offs, and project limitations.

• Embed design verification, manufacturing considerations, testing protocols, and root-cause analysis into project workflows.

• Guarantee that project tasks adhere to realistic engineering standards, processes, and professional practices.

⛳️ Requirements

• Significant professional experience as a Chief Engineer, Senior Mechanical Engineer, or in a similar engineering leadership role.

• Demonstrated experience in leading complex engineering projects that involve multiple technical disciplines.

• Strong proficiency in mechanical design and engineering analysis.

• Practical understanding of Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) principles.

• Experience in technical verification, engineering testing, and root-cause analysis.

• Ability to convert complex engineering aims into structured requirements, technical tasks, and measurable acceptance criteria.

• Experience in coordinating technical contributions and managing dependencies across engineering teams.

• Proficiency in English at a B2 level or above.

• Excellent analytical, organizational, and technical communication skills.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and compensation package.

• Opportunities for professional development and training.

• Collaborative and innovative work environment.

• Flexible working hours and potential remote work options.