Lee Powell

Lee Powell

Senior Delivery Consultant
01453829530
Lee Powell

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Senior Technical Consultant who partners with engineering businesses across the UK, and utilises my industry knowledge to identify top talent for hard to fill roles. I pride myself on process management and am able to build trusting relationships at all levels.


Experience & background:

An experienced Technical Engineering Recruitment Consultant who enjoys the challenge of breaking down technically challenging roles and coming up with solutions for my clients. I have a particular focus on engineer level vacancies covering electrical, electronic and mechanical disciplines.

Typically the roles I recruit include Design Engineers, Project Engineers, Electronic Engineers, Applications Engineers, Systems Engineers, Controls Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Electrical Engineers to name just a few. Prior to working in recruitment I worked in town planning supporting on a number of major planning applications for homebuilders.


You might be surprised to learn:

I became a PADI qualified scuba diver through a training programme on the Great Barrier Reef and the East Coast of Australia.

Jobs posted by Lee Powell

Posted

Manual Grinder
Advanced Manufacturing
Wolverhampton, West Midlands, England
£42k per year
Permanent

Job Title: Manual Cylindrical Grinder

Location: Wolverhampton

Industry: Aerospace

Contract Type: Permanent

 

£42,161 + shift uplift (16.6%)

Shift: AM/PM Rotating

 

The Role - Manual Cylindrical Grinder

My client, a leading manufacture specialising in the aerospace and defence industry, is currently seeking a talented Manual Cylindrical Grinder to join their team.

As a Manual Cylindrical Grinder you’ll be responsible for operating and setting machines to produce parts to extremely tight tolerances. 

You’ll be joining a great team within a vibrant employment sector.

 

Duties - Manual Cylindrical Grinder

Set and operate manual cylindrical grinding machines (S20/RM2500)Grind to tight tolerances (down to 0.00005”)Work from engineering drawings to achieve exact specificationsSupport flow plotting activities includingGrind components to ensure correct flow distribution and performanceCarry out work that meets strict aerospace quality standards

 

Background – Manual Cylindrical Grinder

A recognised engineering apprenticeship.Setting and operating manual cylindrical grindersGood knowledge of machining techniques and appropriate tooling.Attention to detail and accuracy and process improvement.

 

For more information on this role, please contact Lee Powell on 01453 829530 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]

Candidates who are currently a CNC Machinist, Grinding Technician, CNC Lathe Operator, CNC Mill/ Turn Operator, Manual Grinder, CNC Grinder, Computer numerical machinist, Machine Setter/Operators and more.

For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website www.omegaresource.co.uk

Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job‑seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.

Posted

Associate Electronic Engineer
Automotive & Motorsport
Diss, Norfolk, England
Market related
Permanent

Associate Electronics Engineer

Automotive/Motorsport

Norfolk

Permanent

 

The Role - Associate Electronics Engineer

 We are looking for an Associate Electronics Engineer to join a thriving business in the development of cutting-edge, high-reliability electronic systems for automotive and motorsport applications.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on safety-critical and performance-driven products, collaborating closely with cross-functional engineering teams in a fast-paced and technically challenging environment.

If you're passionate about motorsports or progressing your career in Electronics, this could be the role for you.

 

Duties - Associate Electronics Engineer

Design and develop innovative electronic productsLead component selection, integration, and validation activitiesDeliver full lifecycle electronic designSupport and improve existing designsLead and contribute to APQP processes, FMEA reviews, and risk assessmentsCreate and execute Design Verification Plans.Produce clear technical reports and maintain accurate engineering documentationInvestigate and resolve hardware issues across development and productionDrive continuous improvement in processes and product performance

 

Background - Associate Electronics Engineer

Analogue & digital circuit design experienceExperience with CAN/CAN FD systemsProficiency in schematic capture and PCB layout toolsAbility to perform component-level fault diagnosisDegree qualified (BEng or equivalent) in Electronics Engineering

 

Omega

For more information on this role, please contact Lee Powell on 01453 829530 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]

Candidates who are currently an RF Engineer, PCB Design Engineer, Electronic Design Engineer, Test Engineer, Verification and validation engineer, Electronics Engineer, Development Engineer and similar my be suitable for this role

For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website www.omegaresource.co.uk

Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job‑seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.

Posted

Electronic Engineer
Automotive & Motorsport
Norfolk, England
Market related
Permanent

Electronics Engineer

Automotive/Motorsport

Norfolk

Permanent

 

The Role - Electronics Engineer

 We are looking for a talented Electronics Engineer to join a thriving business in the development of cutting-edge, high-reliability electronic systems for automotive and motorsport applications.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on safety-critical and performance-driven products, collaborating closely with cross-functional engineering teams in a fast-paced and technically challenging environment.

 

Duties - Electronics Engineer

Design and develop innovative electronic productsLead component selection, integration, and validation activitiesDeliver full lifecycle electronic designSupport and improve existing designsLead and contribute to APQP processes, FMEA reviews, and risk assessmentsCreate and execute Design Verification Plans.Produce clear technical reports and maintain accurate engineering documentationInvestigate and resolve hardware issues across development and productionDrive continuous improvement in processes and product performance

 

Background - Electronics Engineer

Experience in automotive or motorsport electronicsAnalogue & digital circuit design experienceExperience with CAN/CAN FD systemsProficiency in schematic capture and PCB layout toolsAbility to perform component-level fault diagnosisDegree qualified (BEng or equivalent) in Electronics Engineering

 

Omega

For more information on this role, please contact Lee Powell on 01453 829530 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]

Candidates who are currently an RF Engineer, PCB Design Engineer, Electronic Design Engineer, Test Engineer, Verification and validation engineer, Electronics Engineer, Development Engineer and similar my be suitable for this role

For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website www.omegaresource.co.uk

Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job‑seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.

Posted

Programme Manager
Aerospace & Defence
Gloucester, Gloucestershire, England
Market related
Permanent

Programme Manager - Aerospace

Aerospace Sector

Gloucestershire

Permanent

 

 

The Role - Programme Manager

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a buoyant employer in the Gloucestershire areas in a non-technical Programme Management opportunity.

You'll be working in the aerospace sector to delivery projects on time and within budget for some major customers, ensuring the customer experience is centric to all activities.

You'll ideally be an outstanding communicator with a background supporting manufacturing operations within a matrix structure organisation.

 

Duties - Programme Manager

Lead programmes and the associated P&L assigned to them.Internal and external stakeholder managementLead cross-functional project teams to delivery projects successfully.Manage product changes required for obsolescence resolution, reliability improvement, cost reduction or in response to customer requestContinuous improvement of assigned business processesManage multiple projects simultaneouslyRun project reviews, ensuring robust project, financial and commercial governance.Deliver bid and proposals for new programmes.Occasional travel internationally to customer sites (up to 10%)

 

Background - Programme Manager

Educated to Degree level in relevant subject.Hold project Management qualifications.Proven experience working in a matrixed manufacturing organization.Excellent stakeholder and relationship management skills.Able to manage project scope, resources, cost, schedule and risk.Strong negotiation skillsProblem solving capability.

 

For more information on this role, please contact Lee Powell on 01453 829530 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]

Candidates who are currently a Project Manager, Programme Manager, Project Leader, Programme Lead, Project Support Officer, Senior Project Engineer, Portfolio Manager, Delivery Manager, Senior Project Manager, Program Manager or similar may be suitable.

For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website www.omegaresource.co.uk   

 

Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job‑seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.

Posted

Quality Engineer
Aerospace & Defence
Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, England
Market related
Contract

Quality Engineer

6 Month Contract (Inside IR35)

Tewkesbury

Aerospace / Production / Manufacturing

£40-£50 hr (DOE)

 

The Role - Quality Engineer

We are currently seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to join our client’s team at their state-of-the-art facility based in Tewkesbury on a contract basis.

Our client design and manufacture complex mechanical products for global application in the aerospace and defence sectors.

Key deliverables of this position will centre around Production or Manufacturing Quality specifically.

 

Duties - Quality Engineer

Defect investigations / root cause analysis / 8D Investigations Corrective action / improvement introductionResponsibility for day to day Quality Assurance activitiesQuality systems maintenance and improvement, where required.Support the planning and delivery of quality activities.Investigate non-conformances and support root cause analysis and corrective actionsContribute to continuous improvement activities across manufacturing.Help ensure compliance with customer and regulatory requirements (e.g. AS9100, CAA, EASA)

 

Background - Quality Engineer

Strong problem-solving tools (e.g. 8D, RCCA)Experience of working in an AS9100 environment.Knowledge and practical experience with PFMEA.Experience in supporting Production and Manufacturing.

 

Omega

For more information on this role, please contact Lee Powell on 01453 829530 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected] 

Omega Resource Group is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Oil & Gas, Construction and Manufacturing sectors.

For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website www.omegaresource.co.uk 

Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job‑seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.

Posted

CNC Machinist - Sliding Head Lathe
Aerospace & Defence
Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, England
£34.7k per year
Permanent

Job Title: CNC Machinist - Sliding Head Lathe

Location: Tewkesbury

Contract: Permanent

Salary: £34,728 + 18% Uplift

Shift Pattern: AM/PM rotating

 

The Role - CNC Machinist - Sliding Head Lathe

Join our leading aerospace client's team in Tewkesbury and contribute to cutting-edge Aerospace engineering projects.

As a Sliding Head CNC Machinist, you'll play a key role in machining complex components for advanced aircraft systems, using STAR sliding head machines.

 

Duties - CNC Machinist - Sliding Head Lathe

Set up, operate, and manage Star Sliding Head LathesConduct first-off inspections and ongoing quality checksMachine components to extremely tight tolerances.Select and optimize tooling and machining parametersTroubleshoot machining issues, adjusting programs or set-ups to maintain production quality and flow.Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

Background - CNC Machinist - Sliding Head Lathe

Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent qualification (HNC / Level 3)CNC machining experience on Sliding head lathes.In-depth knowledge of machining techniques, tooling, and inspection methods.

Benefits - CNC Machinist - Sliding Head Lathe

25 Days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays.Life Assurance.Company Pension beginning at 6%.Employee Share Option.

 

For more information on this role, please contact Lee Powell on 01453 829530 or send copy of your CV to [email protected]

Professional currently working as CNC Machinist, Citizen Lathe machinist, Star Lathe machinist, Swiss lathe machinist, CNC Setter, CNC Operator, Skilled Machinist, Semi-skilled machinist, Sliding head machinist, Sliding head Setter may be suitable.

For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website www.omegaresource.co.uk

Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job‑seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.

Posted

Senior Product Engineer
Aerospace & Defence
Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, England
Market related
Permanent

Senior Product Engineer

Tewkesbury

Permanent

Aerospace

 

The Role  - Senior Product Engineer

We have an excellent opportunity for an analytical mechanical engineering professional to join a prominent global aerospace business in a Senior Product Engineering position.

You will be responsible for resolving complex technical issues related to the design, assembly, and testing processes of production hardware.

You'll be joining a fantastic team in a purpose-built modern facility where you'll be able to showcase your skills and expertise in a highly technical and challenging product supporting role.

 

 

Duties  - Senior Product Engineer

Analyse production data to identify improvement opportunities.Maintain process control, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs.Support product and process changes.Technical input using APQP techniques to support new programs and PPAP submissions.Gather engineering insight and communicate findings with suppliers and customers.Specify new test equipment for product output.Support sustainment team to identify issues across software, electronics, and hydraulics.Conduct GD&T analysis of assemblies and components for non-conforming parts.

 

Background  - Senior Product Engineer

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalentSignificant experience in Mechanical EngineeringKnowledge of mechanical and hydraulic principles.Proficiency in PFMEA, Control Plans, and Process Flow Diagrams.Experience in developing assembly and test processes and tooling designs.Strong presentation and organizational skills.Knowledge of obsolescence management processesSix Sigma trained or equivalentData analysis skills.

 

Key Benefits  - Senior Product Engineer

Competitive salary dependent on experiencePrivate healthcareLife assurance and contributory pensionProfit share25 days holiday

For more information on this role, please contact Lee Powell on 01453 829530 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]

Candidates who are currently a Manufacturing Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Product Support Engineer, Systems Engineer, Analysis Engineer, Hydraulic Engineer, Sustainment Engineer, Development Engineer or Design Engineer might be suitable for this position.

For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website www.omegaresource.co.uk   

Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job‑seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.

Posted

Quality Inspector
Aerospace & Defence
Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, England
£30 - 35 per hour
Contract

Role: Quality Inspector

Location: Tewkesbury

Industry: Aerospace

Employment: Contract

Rate: £30-£35 per hour (DOE) INside IR35

 

The Role - Quality Inspector

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Quality Inspector to join a busy and thriving aerospace manufacturing business in Tewkesbury.

You will be responsible for inspecting parts and assemblies and working with various stakeholders to take appropriate action on non-conformities identified during inspection.

You’ll be working in a brand new, expanding facility under the guidance of a fantastic team.

 

Responsibilities - Quality Inspector

Dimensional and visual inspection of parts and assembliesConducting electronic part acceptance and rejection transactionsPresenting and discussing nonconformities with the teamPreparing non-conformity reportsInspecting non-conforming partsParticipating in investigations and problem-solving tasksParticipating in Gauge R&R studies

 

Background - Quality Inspector

Ability to read and understand technical drawingsExperience in inspecting GD&T symbolsExperience with inspection techniques and various measuring instruments and gauges.Knowledge/experience in inspecting parts from speciality processesExperience in inspecting parts using CMM machines (Advantageous)Knowledge of QMS system and Microsoft applications

 

For more information about this role, please contact Lee Powell on 01453 829530 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]

Candidates who are currently a Quality Inspectors, CMM Inspectors, CMM Engineers, FAIRS, FAI Inspector, First Article Inspector, Quality Technician, CMM Programmers may be suitable for this role.

For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website www.omegaresource.co.uk

Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job‑seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.

Posted

CNC Grinder - Machinist
Advanced Manufacturing
Wolverhampton, West Midlands, England
£54k per year
Permanent

Job Title: CNC Manual Grinder

Location: Wolverhampton

Industry: Aerospace

Contract Type: Permanent

£42,161 + 33% shift uplift (£56,000)

Shift: Nights 

 

The Role - CNC Manual Grinder

My client, a leading manufacture specialising in the aerospace and defence industry, is currently seeking a talented CNC Grinder to join their team.

As a CNC Grinder you’ll be responsible for operating and setting CNC Studer machines to produce parts to extremely tight tolerances. 

You’ll be joining a great team within a vibrant employment sector.

 

Duties - CNC Manual Grinder

Operate and set CNC Studer grinding machines.Grind and machine exotic and hardened materials with precision.Perform first-off inspections and complete relevant quality documentation.Experience of Internal and External Grinding of complex components.Set up and run multiple machines and processes.

 

Background – CNC Manual Grinder

A recognised engineering apprenticeship.CNC grinding experience required.Good knowledge of machining techniques and appropriate tooling.Attention to detail and accuracy and process improvement.

 

For more information on this role, please contact Lee Powell on 01453 829530 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]

Candidates who are currently a CNC Machinist, Grinding Technician, CNC Lathe Operator, CNC Mill/ Turn Operator, Manual Grinder, CNC Grinder, Computer numerical machinist, Machine Setter/Operators and more.

For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website www.omegaresource.co.uk

Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job‑seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.