Instrumentation Technical Lead - £70k DOE ID44569

Instrumentation Lead / Technical Lead / Systems Architect

Hybrid | £50,000 – £65,000 + Bonus + Benefits

Are you a Architect/Tech Lead who thrives on solving complex technical challenges?

Do you want to lead system functionality across innovative, high-performance platforms?

Looking to influence architecture and design strategy at a senior level?

The Opportunity

Our client is looking for a Senior Engineer or Architect to take a leading role in defining system behaviour and architecture for a sophisticated product platform. Working closely with engineering and project teams, you'll guide technical decisions, manage risk, and ensure system-level performance.

Perfect for an experienced engineer ready to step into a more strategic, cross-functional role.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Own and define key system functionality, including layout, safety, and BOM.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation and architecture plans.
• Support design reviews, risk assessments, and cross-functional delivery.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive quality and resolve technical issues.

What You’ll Bring

Essentials:

• Experience in complex system or instrumentation design.
• Experience across mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
• Skilled in technical documentation, PLM, and change control.
• Strong communicator in technical English.

Desirables:

• Background in motion systems, optics, robotics, or similar technologies.
• Experience in high-precision tools or environments (e.g. advanced manufacturing).

Education:

Degree or equivalent experience in Engineering, Physics, or a related field.

What’s on Offer

• 💷 £50,000–£65,000 + annual bonus
• 🏖 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• 🩺 Private healthcare, life assurance
• 🌍 Hybrid & flexible working
• 📈 Share scheme & pension (salary sacrifice)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.