Principal Electro-Mechanical Engineer

Preligens; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A global aerospace leader is seeking a Principal Electro-Mechanical Engineer to drive high-quality electromechanical product designs. This role involves leading engineering teams, ensuring technical robustness, and delivering cost-efficient solutions. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in Mechanical Design, strong leadership abilities, and an understanding of aerospace processes. Join us to shape innovative products that contribute to a sustainable future.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of Mechanical Design experience.
• Proven track record in leading engineering projects.
• Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensure electromechanical designs meet quality standards.
• Lead small engineering teams to achieve project goals.
• Deliver engineering solutions within budget and time constraints.

Skills

Mechanical Design skills

Problem solving

Team leadership

Communication

CAD systems

Education

Degree BSc/MSc in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

NX/CATIA

Windchill/Teamcentre

Job description

Principal Electro-Mechanical Engineer

Published 07.29.2025

Company : Safran Electrical & Power Job field : Mechanics Location : Pitstone, Buckinghamshire , England , United Kingdom Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Professional status : Professional, Engineer & Manager

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Published 07.29.2025

Job Description

This role exists to ensure that the electromechanical product designs, processes and
procedures, are applied robustly across the Engineering Department. This role requires that
the correct support, guidance and technical oversight is applied, to ensure that the designs of
our Generators, Motors and associated product lines are fit for purpose, of a high quality, cost
efficient and are developed with a ‘Right First Time' approach, to ensure we meet the needs of
the business and its customers.
In addition, the role holder is required to provide specialist mechanical engineering guidance
and leadership, as an internal company specialist, to support the solving of complex
engineering problems.
• Primary responsibility is for the technical (electromechanical) definition and steering of R&D /
R&T projects by ensuring that the design is technically robust, safe and fit for purpose.
• Support of, or ownership of, one or more Engineering Work Packages, for the Mechanical
products.
• Co-ordination of a small team, incorporating engineering disciplines, to meet the needs of the
project. These will include, Mechanical Design, Stress & Thermal, Supply Chain,
Industrialisation, Validation and verification (V&V) and Configuration.
• No direct report functional responsibility, but Product Engineers & Senior Product Engineers
will report technically to the Work Package Owner / Principal Mechanical Engineer.
• Responsibility for the delivery of engineering solutions that meet ‘Design to Cost' and ‘Design
to Manufacture' requirements, against programme deliverables.
• To ensure all mechanical products consider robust industrialisation (D2I process).
• Ensure and support the co-ordinate and interfacing with other engineering & programme
functions.

Job Requirements

• Degree BSc/MSc or equivalent qualification in an appropriate Engineering discipline and/or a
proven and demonstrable track record of Mechanical Design skills and experience (10+ years)
• Experience of team leadership, mentoring and oversight.
• A self-motivated and a self-starter, who takes ownership and responsibility for their tasks.
• Should have a record of problem solving, producing excellent engineering solutions to
complex engineering problems.
• Be able to communicate effectively, formally and informally with peer groups, other team
members, suppliers and customers, both internal and external.
• Must have an understanding of engineering materials and production methods relevant to
them.
• A sound understanding of the aerospace design and development process, ideally within both
R&T and R&D (NPI) environments.
• An aptitude for working systematically, managing their own work and the work of others, and
providing sound strategic visibility in the management of the team and products.
• Leadership and team management skills with a proactive and energetic style.
• Ability to work within agreed timescales and budgets, and follow tasks through to completion.
• Ability to gain credibility and liaise with the stakeholder audiences, including peers,
management and customers, produce and deliver presentations to employees at any level and
customers.
• Experience of liaison with a variety of teams, including customers, suppliers, Safran partners
and sub-contract agencies.
• Ability to analyse and resolve complex problems by devising creative and effective solutions.
• Competency with current software packages, including Microsoft Office tools, CAD systems
NX/CATIA, PLM databases, Windchill/Teamcentre, and a fundamental ability to review and
digest analysis documentation (Stress FEA, Thermal and bearings).
• Ability to perform, review and demonstrate hand calculations and their techniques.
Ability to support the generation and maintenance of performance metrics, to measure the
quality and delivery performance of the Project team, and use this performance information to
further improve the performance of the team.

Company Information

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Electrical & Power is one of the world's leaders in aircraft electrical systems. The company is a key player in equipment electrification and in the electric and hybrid propulsion sector. It has over 14,000 employees across 13 different countries.

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Westfield Road LU7 9RH

Pitstone, Buckinghamshire

England United Kingdom

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