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Senior Technical Engineer

DHL -
East Midlands Airport

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Job details

Full-time
5 days ago

Benefits

Free parking
Cycle to work scheme
Company pension
Employee assistance programme
On-site parking

Qualifications

Six Sigma Black Belt
Engineering
English
.NET
Project management
Organisational skills
Communication skills
PRINCE2 Certification

Full job description

Senior Technical Engineer

Location: DHL Aviation, East Midlands Airport
Department: Engineering
Grade: J
Hours: 40 hours. Net working hours: 8 hours per day. Lunch break: 30 minutes (unpaid) Typical 08:30-17:00 (also requires support outside of standard hours as deemed necessary e.g. project delivery)

DHL is the most international company in the world, operating in over 220 countries and territories with more than 500,000 colleagues supporting 2.8 million customers globally.

We’re passionate about creating an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive — championed through initiatives such as DHL4All.

Why Join DHL?

As we continue to grow, so do the benefits available to our people. You’ll enjoy:

Competitive salary, including unsociable hours shift allowance
Annual bonus up to 5% (based on company performance)
Free onsite parking
My DHL Rewards – discounts, cashback and savings at 3,000+ retailers
Pension scheme with up to 6% company contribution
DHL Share Purchase Plan (after 3 months)
Private Medical Scheme (after 12 months)
Occupational Health access
Enhanced maternity pay (after 12 months)
Cycle to Work scheme
CIS Induction – a fully‑paid week immersing you in DHL values
HealthyMinds – Employee Assistance Programme

Job Purpose

The Senior Technical Engineer is responsible for leading and delivering technical engineering initiatives that drive facility performance improvements at EMA and LHR HUBs. The role focuses on efficiency, productivity, capacity and health & safety performance improvements and cost savings through the development of engineered solutions aligned with strategic business priorities compliant with global engineering standards.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and prioritise engineering initiatives to support key business objectives and achieve agreed performance targets, including efficiency, productivity, capacity and health & safety KPIs.
Manage and deliver technical engineering projects, ensuring solutions are implemented on time, within budget and with minimal impact on operational continuity.
Collaborate with local, regional, and global engineering teams to review designs against global standards and evaluate technical options.
Develop engineered solutions and detailed technical designs that support business requirements and operational efficiency.
Work closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to obtain accurate designs, specifications, and costed quotations.
Provide technical input into capital and operational business cases, including cost-benefit analysis and risk assessments.
Assess existing facility layouts and Material Handling Equipment to evaluate operational capability and capacity against forecasted volumes.
Ensure all engineering solutions comply with internal policies, industry standards, and health & safety legislation.
Coordinate and oversee external contractors and suppliers throughout the project lifecycle.
Support continuous improvement and engineering standardisation initiatives.

Stakeholder Management

Operations Management and Operations Directors
Senior Management Team (SMT)
UK and EU Engineering Teams
PMO, Health & Safety, Security, Facilities, Maintenance, Process Engineering and IT
External suppliers and contractors
Project steering groups and workstream leads

Management Responsibility

No direct line management responsibility. Accountable for technical leadership of projects and coordination of cross-functional teams and external suppliers.

Qualifications & Experience

Desirable

Engineering and/or Project Management qualification
5 years’ experience in Engineering and/or Project Management roles
Proven experience delivering technical engineering projects in operational environments
PRINCE2/AGILE Foundation
CAD (layout drawings)

Preferred

Engineering Degree (Mechanical/electrical)
PRINCE2/AGILE Practitioner
Lean/ Six Sigma qualification (Green or Black Belt)
IOSH or site safety qualification (e.g. SMSTS)

Skills & Competencies

Excellent problem-solving and analytical capability
Strong project management and organisational skills
Effective stakeholder communication and contractor management skills
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
Strong health & safety awareness

Language Requirements

English (fluent)

Additional Information

This is an individual contributor role with no direct budgetary responsibility. Occasional travel is required.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV including a full and complete 5‑year history, covering:

Employment
Education
Any gaps longer than 28 days

Closing Date: 29th June

Our Recruitment Process

From application to onboarding, we aim to make your recruitment journey smooth, transparent and engaging.

Competency‑based interviews ensure fairness and consistency
We encourage you to share your achievements — and ask questions along the way
Recruitment is a two‑way process, and we want to ensure DHL is the right fit for you

Next steps:
After applying, you’ll receive an email confirmation. A member of our Talent team will then be in touch, which may include a short pre‑screening conversation.

Important Information

Due to the nature of our business and CAA regulations:

A full 5‑year employment history is mandatory
A Criminal Record Check will be conducted

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