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Principal Engineer – Mechanical / Aerospace Systems
An advanced engineering organisation operating in a highly regulated sector is seeking a Principal Engineer to lead technical development projects within its engineering function. This role blends hands-on engineering expertise with project leadership, playing a key part in delivering complex, safety-critical products.
You’ll work closely with internal teams and external partners, driving technical direction while ensuring projects meet performance, quality, and certification requirements. This is a senior, delivery-focused role requiring strong technical judgement, stakeholder coordination, and the ability to balance engineering rigour with programme timelines.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage technical development projects aligned to product and R&D strategy
- Provide strategic technical direction and support the growth of internal engineering capability
- Coordinate cross-functional teams and external partners to deliver project milestones
- Own project status reporting across schedule, quality, deliverables, and cost
- Support proposal development and contribute to customer and supplier engagements
- Participate in and lead design reviews, technical meetings, and certification activities
- Prepare, review, and approve engineering documentation, including design and certification submissions
- Approve engineering drawings and modifications using CAD and data management systems
- Contribute to the development of engineering tools, processes, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Ensure compliance with safety standards, engineering governance, and company procedures
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Requirements
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline (Master’s level desirable)
- Strong experience designing electromechanical systems, mechanisms, or actuation systems
- Proven background in highly regulated industries (e.g. aerospace, defence, or similar)
- Deep understanding of engineering fundamentals including materials, mechanisms, and reliability
- Experience with 3D CAD tools (Creo preferred) and engineering drawing standards (e.g. BS8888, GD&T)
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes for precision-engineered products
- Experience with product testing, qualification, and certification processes
- Familiarity with relevant industry standards (e.g. environmental and qualification standards)
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams
- Able to manage workload independently while delivering to tight deadlines
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What’s Offered
- Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
- Benefits package including pension and healthcare
- Opportunity to work on complex, high-value engineering programmes
- Collaborative environment with scope for technical leadership and progression
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