Lead Systems Engineer

Lead Systems Engineer - Semiconductor Equipment | Bristol (Hybrid)

Salary: (-55,000 - -63,000)

We''re supporting a global engineering leader in their search for a Lead Systems Engineer to join their advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment team.

This is a high-impact, hands-on systems leadership role spanning the full lifecycle - from concept design through to customer commissioning and field trials.

You''ll sit at the core of product development, using Systems Engineering and MBSE techniques to bring structure to complex engineering challenges and ensure delivery against time, cost, and technical requirements.

What you''ll be doing:
* Turning product vision into clear, structured system requirements (use cases, context diagrams, architectures)
* Applying MBSE (functional, logical & behavioural modelling)
* Leading cross-functional engineering alignment and resolving technical trade-offs
* Driving clarity across work packages, interfaces, and system design decisions
* Coaching and mentoring a growing Systems Engineering team
* Helping shape and embed systems engineering best practice across the business

What we''re looking for:
* 5+ years'' Systems Engineering experience in complex engineering environments
* Strong background in requirements engineering and system architecture
* Experience in regulated / safety-critical industries (semiconductor, aerospace, defence, etc.)
* Confident influencing across multi-disciplinary engineering teams
* Leadership mindset with ability to drive ownership and accountability

Why this role stands out:
* Work on cutting-edge semiconductor technology used globally
* True technical leadership + coaching responsibility
* Strong culture of trust, accountability, and innovation
* Excellent career development and long-term progression

Hybrid working - Bristol-based
Competitive salary + full benefits package

If interested, send across your CV and I''ll be in touch ASAP.