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Job Title


Mechanical Design Team Lead


Company : Baker Perkins


Location : Walton, Eastern


Created : 2025-07-22


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Company description: Baker Perkins , a technology brand of Coperion (owned by Hillenbrand), is a globally trusted technology provider for the food industry . Operating from the UK and USA, we offer comprehensive solutions, from process expertise and engineering excellence to lifetime support for leading brands worldwide. Our continuous innovation in equipment and processes , whilst utilising the latest technology, ensures we provide our customers with highly efficient and cost-effective solutions.The full job description covers all associated skills, previous experience, and any qualifications that applicants are expected to have.We are now looking for aMechanical Design Team LeadJob description: Lead a team of mechanical bakery design engineers. This role requires hands-on technical design leadership, including managing the team workload, communication, quality, and long-term professional development of the team.Technical dutiesProvide daily technical leadership for bakery projects from launch to completion, ensuring all deliverables are met within schedule and budgetLead the mechanical design for all bakery equipment by developing sound engineering solutions, resolving any design issues and supporting testingDrive product innovation to maintain our position as best in class on equipment performance, safety and hygieneMaintain equipment design standards, quality documents and compliance with industry safety legislationProvide technical guidance to other departments throughout the project lifecycle, develop best practice and lead improvement initiatives where neededTeam leadershipDirect line management of a team of 35 mechanical bakery engineersOversee daily team activities, recruitment, training, and mentoringManage project costs, schedules, and qualityProvide performance feedback and support succession planningDeputize for the engineering manager as neededRequired profile: Engineering degree or equivalent experienceExtensive experience in mechanical engineering or product development, preferably in capital equipmentStrong design, analysis, and problem-solving skillsDemonstratable leadership abilities with excellent communication skillsFluent in 3D CAD design software and experience with engineering tools and softwareWhat we offer: If you are a passionate leader with a strong technical background in mechanical engineering in capital equipment, we invite you to join our innovative team apply today and contribute to Shaping What Matters For Tomorrow.https://hillenbrand.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/de-DE/Global/job/Peterborough-United-kingdom/Mechanical-Design-Team-Lead_R-4906TPBN1_UKTJ