Hybrid Principal Mechanical Engineer — Defence Systems Lead

Nuclearinst; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday allowance

Matched contribution pension scheme

Access to a Digital GP

Employee share scheme

Holiday Trading

‘Be Kind Day’ for volunteering

Job summary

Nuclearinst is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to drive innovation in Defence Nuclear Engineering. This full-time position, based in Warrington or Bristol, involves leading multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with engineering standards, and fostering strong customer relationships.

The ideal candidate will have an engineering degree with significant experience in technical project delivery and team management. The role offers generous benefits including a matched pension scheme, development opportunities, and a supportive work culture.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience leading engineering teams and delivering complex projects.
• Ability to supervise and mentor engineers, ensuring high performance.
• Experience in producing and approving engineering outputs and reports.
• Expertise in applying codes and standards for technical integrity.
• Track record of effective customer engagement and business development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage engineering teams to deliver technical solutions.
• Supervise and mentor engineers for effective performance.
• Act as a liaison with customers, ensuring transparent communication.
• Oversee engineering outputs, ensuring compliance with standards.
• Promote health, safety, and environmental standards in engineering activities.

Skills

Leadership of multidisciplinary teams

Technical project delivery

Customer engagement

Production and review of engineering outputs

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Job description

Nuclearinst is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to drive innovation in Defence Nuclear Engineering. This full-time position, based in Warrington or Bristol, involves leading multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with engineering standards, and fostering strong customer relationships.

The ideal candidate will have an engineering degree with significant experience in technical project delivery and team management. The role offers generous benefits including a matched pension scheme, development opportunities, and a supportive work culture.