Lead Engineer

Lineat Composites Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A clean-tech startup in the UK is seeking a practical, hands-on Lead Engineer to scale innovative carbon fibre recycling technology from pilot to full production. The position requires over 8 years of experience in special purpose machinery, strong mechanical and electrical design skills, and a passion for building effective solutions. The role involves working directly with suppliers, researchers, and leadership to make a significant sustainability impact.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in special purpose machinery.
• Strong mechanical and electrical design skills.
• Passion for building and sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with suppliers and researchers.
• Collaborate with the leadership team.
• Scale the carbon fibre recycling technology.

Skills

Mechanical design skills

Electrical design skills

PLC familiarity

Job description

Lineat Composites (clean-tech startup, Chepstow) is looking for a practical, hands-on Lead Engineer to help scale our novel carbon fibre recycling technology from pilot to full industrial production.

This is not a desk-only role. You’ll be:

🤝 Working directly with suppliers, researchers & our leadership team

We’re looking for someone with 8+ years in special purpose machinery, strong mechanical & electrical design skills, PLC familiarity, and a real passion for building things that work.

If you love getting stuck in and want to make a real sustainability impact, we’d love to hear from you.