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Principal Mechanical Engineer

£50k - £70k per annum
Full-time

Looking for Your Next Challenge as a Principal Mechanical Engineer?

An excellent opportunity has become available for a Principal Mechanical Engineer to join a growing engineering team delivering complex and high-profile infrastructure projects across the UK.

This role is perfect for an experienced engineer who enjoys leading technical delivery, driving innovation, and supporting multidisciplinary project teams from concept through to completion.

The Role

As Principal Mechanical Engineer, you will take a leading role in the design, coordination, and delivery of mechanical engineering solutions across a variety of major projects. Responsibilities will include:

  • Leading mechanical design and engineering activities across multiple projects
  • Providing technical guidance and oversight to project teams
  • Reviewing and approving calculations, specifications, and technical documentation
  • Supporting project delivery to ensure quality, programme, and budget targets are achieved
  • Coordinating with clients, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams
  • Mentoring and developing junior engineers within the business
  • Supporting business development and contributing to technical excellence initiatives

What We’re Looking For

  • Proven experience operating at Senior or Principal Mechanical Engineer level
  • Strong background within infrastructure, water, utilities, construction, or related sectors
  • Experience managing mechanical design and project delivery
  • Excellent technical, communication, and leadership skills
  • Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
  • Chartered Engineer status or working towards chartership preferred
  • Strong understanding of relevant industry standards and regulations

What’s on Offer

  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
  • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
  • Long-term career progression opportunities
  • Opportunity to work on nationally significant infrastructure projects
  • Collaborative and forward-thinking working environment

If you’re an experienced Mechanical Engineer looking to take ownership of challenging projects and help shape future infrastructure, apply now for a confidential discussion.

Vacancy posted 6 days ago
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