Principal Mechanical Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Principal Mechanical Engineer, where you will shape the future of our cities and environments. This role offers the chance to lead exciting projects in critical UK infrastructure, collaborating with talented teams to deliver innovative solutions. With a focus on mechanical engineering across various sectors, you will play a vital role in ensuring high-quality project delivery while supporting your career growth. If you're passionate about engineering and want to make a real impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Chartered Mechanical Engineer with experience in multidisciplinary design delivery.
• Thorough knowledge of mechanical equipment and UK design standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team in technical design work ensuring high quality.
• Prepare briefs and contribute to bid proposals.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Project Management

Team Leadership

Knowledge of UK Design Standards

Education

Chartered Mechanical Engineer

Tools

Mechanical Equipment (Pumps, Blowers)

Job description

Principal Mechanical Engineer, Birmingham

Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Description:

Shape the future of our cities and environments. Are you ready to take on a vital role in exciting projects? Join our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and we work together to face our clients' challenges in a diverse and inclusive environment where world-class talent knows no distinctions. Bring your skills as a Principal Mechanical Engineer, playing a vital role in all aspects of mechanical engineering on transformational programmes for critical UK infrastructure, with opportunities to work on iconic projects at home and abroad.

We specialise in all aspects of mechanical engineering across sectors such as Water, Aviation, Defence, Energy, Cities & Development, and Education. We provide industry-leading solutions throughout the project lifecycle, supporting clients from design through construction. If you're passionate about this industry, we'd love to talk to you. Opportunities are available in our Belfast office.

We value expertise over hierarchy, trusting you with responsibilities to support your career growth.

Your Responsibilities:

• Lead a team in technical design work following relevant standards and codes, ensuring high quality.
• Prepare briefs, scopes of work, and contribute to bid proposals.
• Manage time and budgets to meet project milestones and programmes.
• Collaborate with UK and overseas teams to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Adhere to quality assurance standards in design.

Qualifications:

• Chartered Mechanical Engineer.
• Experience in leading multidisciplinary design delivery.
• Thorough knowledge of mechanical equipment such as pumps, blowers, screens, and chemical dosing plant.
• Understanding of UK design standards and practices.
• Strong knowledge of legislation like CDM and ATEX.

Why Work for Atkins Réalis?

Ranked as one of LinkedIn's Top 25 Companies and among the Times Top 50 employers for women, our Infrastructure team uses innovation and data to help deliver essential projects. We are committed to engineering better for people and the planet, supporting diversity, inclusion, and community engagement. This role may require security clearance, with the vetting process managed by UKSV.