Mechanical Technical Lead

Leidos
📍 Essex, United Kingdom, United Kingdom 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted June 22, 2026

Job Description

**Description**

As a Mechanical Technical Lead, you will be responsible for the design and development of tools, fixtures, and equipment used in the manufacturing process. You will work closely with in-house engineers and the wider Leidos cross-functional teams to ensure that the tools and equipment are designed to meet quality, efficiency, and safety standards.

**Roles & Responsibilities:**

+ Lead, collaborate and innovate to create detailed tooling designs, including fixtures, jigs, clamps, and other specialized equipment required for manufacturing processes.
+ Lead a team of in-house UK / Indian engineers and/or sub-contract labor throughout the design process.
+ Agree project timing and priorities with Engineering Manager / Technical Lead.
+ Delegate assignments to the Engineering Project team.
+ Support ongoing review and management of technical project progress.
+ Producing regular progress reports as required by Engineering Manager / Tec...

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Job Details

  • Location Essex, United Kingdom
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category other-general
  • Posted Date June 22, 2026
  • Application Deadline June 27, 2026