Principal Mechanical Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to join their Belfast office. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for a driven and client-facing engineer to lead exciting projects across Northern Ireland. The ideal candidate will have extensive mechanical engineering experience and a proven track record in delivering high-profile projects. With a flexible hybrid working model and a strong emphasis on career development, this position is perfect for those looking to grow in a supportive environment. Join a team that values diversity and innovation while making a significant impact in the engineering field.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Flexible hybrid working model

Technical practice networks

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in mechanical building services design.
• Ability to provide technically sound design solutions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain client relationships with key clients.
• Accountable for team results and budget adherence.
• Act as a mentor and promote CPD activities.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Client Relationship Management

Project Management

Risk Assessment

Technical Excellence

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

The Belfast office is looking for a Principal Mechanical Engineer with a mechanical engineering background to join their established team based in Belfast.

This is a great opportunity for an ambitious, client-facing Engineer to take a leading role on a variety of exciting projects across Northern Ireland. To be successful in this role, you will be a self-motivated, confident individual with team leadership skills, able to deliver high-profile projects to the highest standards.

What you’ll do!

• Maintain client relationships with several key clients.
• Undertake quality checks and promote technical excellence.
• Be accountable for the team's results and adherence to the budget.
• Act as a mentor to staff and promote CPD activities.
• Carry out risk assessments and value engineering.
• Contribute to and provide information for fee proposals.

Come grow with us:

Enjoy a range of benefits designed to support your future and well-being, including career development opportunities, a flexible hybrid working model, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Extensive experience in mechanical building services design.
• Knowledge of a wide range of market sectors.
• Ability to provide technically sound design solutions.
• Experience from conceptual design to project completion, dealing directly with clients.
• Relevant experience within a consultancy or similar business.
• Relevant experience in Electrical Engineering design, including specifications, calculations, and developing designs from first principles.

We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact us at [emailprotected].

At AECOM, we value everyone's contributions and perspectives. If you meet some of the requirements or have transferable skills, we would love to hear from you!