Technical Lead Gas Turbine Rigs

Erikogkriss; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking a Technical Lead for Gas Turbine Rigs to oversee project execution from concept to installation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical engineering, particularly with gas turbine components. This role entails technical leadership, ensuring compliance with aerospace standards, and mentoring junior engineers. Competitive salary and benefits, including private medical insurance, are offered in this permanent position based in Derby, UK.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

25 days Holidays plus Bank Holidays

Pension

Private Medical Insurance

Death in Service Insurance

Income Protection

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant technical degree.
• Experience from Concept to Design to Installation for Gas Turbine Rigs.
• Proficient with mechanical CAD design and analysis methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical execution of demonstration rig projects.
• Guide the design of mechanical structures and fluid systems.
• Oversee compliance with aerospace standards and specifications.
• Mentor junior engineers and coordinate cross-functionally.

Skills

Gas Turbine Experience

Mechanical CAD Design

Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis

Modelling & Drafting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aeronautical Engineering

Job description

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Job Title: Technical Lead - Gas Turbine - Rigs
Employment Type: Permanent
Location: Derby, UK (Onsite)
Industry: Aerospace

Role Overview

This role is pivotal within the business and within the program(s) they are assigned to. The Technical Lead carries the authority to decide the technical direction taken by a project and leads the technical team by determining the technical scope of work content. The Tech Lead role will work in close collaboration with the Program Manager and the Discipline Leads as well as maintain alignment with the Chief Engineer's advisory office. Must have experience of Gas Turbine Rigs from Concept to Design to Installation for the whole engine.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical execution of demonstration rig projects from requirements gathering to final delivery, ensuring performance, safety, and quality targets are met.
• Guide the design of mechanical structures, fluid systems, electrical/electronic controls, and instrumentation for rigs.
• Oversee and review CAD models, analysis models, detailed drawings, wiring diagrams, assembly instructions, and BOMs, to ensure compliance with relevant aerospace standards and customer specifications.
• Provide leadership function and/or support for build, commissioning, and troubleshooting of rigs on‑site or at customer locations.
• Mentor junior engineers and coordinate cross‑functional teams.
• Manage technical documentation, including design reports, validation plans, and test procedures.
• Own the delivery of the program scope of work in conjunction with the respective PM.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a relevant technical degree.
• Must have experience of Gas Turbine Rigs from Concept to Design to Installation for the whole engine.
• Proven experience in modelling & drafting the complex gas turbine components.
• Proven experience in the design and development of rotating machinery test rigs or ground support equipment.
• Proficient with mechanical CAD design, analysis methods, manufacturing, assembly and instrumentation.
• Ability to lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis during commissioning and test phases.
• Familiarity with AS9100, ISO 9001, or similar quality systems is preferred.

What Will You Get

• Competitive Salary - Holidays (25 days per year plus Bank holidays) - Pension
• Private Medical Insurance - Death in Service insurance - Income Protection
• Employee Share Purchase Plan - Cycle to Work

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