Principal Mechanical Engineer

STR Group Limited; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer for a hybrid role in Warrington or Bristol. The ideal candidate will promote collaboration in engineering, manage technical issues, and ensure high standards are met. Candidates should have at least an HNC/HND in Engineering and excellent communication skills. This position offers competitive benefits and the chance to contribute to the UK's Net Zero future.

Benefits

Continuous learning via Expleo Academy training

Competitive company benefits

Opportunity to contribute to Net Zero future

Qualifications

• Minimum HNC/HND (or equivalent) in Engineering.
• Knowledge of CAD tools and general engineering drawing practice.
• Must be able to achieve SC clearance.

Responsibilities

• Promote effective collaboration across Engineering and other functional teams.
• Support customer management and relationship development.
• Ensure all engineering procedures, codes, and standards are correctly identified.

Skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

CAD tools knowledge

Technical problem-solving

Drive for excellence

Education

HNC/HND in Engineering

Chartered Status

Job description

Principal Mechanical Engineer - Warrington/Bristol

Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract Inside IR35

Rate: £60 p/h

Type: Hybrid

Location: Warrington or Bristol

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our team.
Are you the kind of engineer who looks at a complex challenge and thinks, “Let's make it better - and cleaner”? Do you thrive when solving problems others call impossible? Then this sounds like the perfect role for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote effective collaboration across Engineering and other functional teams.
• Support customer management and relationship development, helping to resolve technical and delivery issues and ensuring customers are kept fully informed of progress.
• Ensure all engineering procedures, codes, and standards are correctly identified and applied.
• Identify and manage risks associated with engineering tasks and projects. Produce, review, and approve engineering deliverables including calculations, analyses, drawings, models, and technical documentation.
• Assess and manage design changes, concessions, and technical queries to maintain design integrity.
• Maintain engineering configuration control and ensure the overall design intent is preserved throughout the lifecycle.
• Evaluate and resolve technical issues, recommending improvements and innovative solutions.
• Provide technical support to Project Managers in planning, controlling, and delivering engineering tasks and projects.
• Make sound engineering decisions within delegated authority and act as Technical Authority or Engineering Lead when required.
• Promote and adhere to Health & Safety legislation, company policies, and procedures, including Diversity & Inclusion and Performance & Development processes.

Skills and Experience

• Minimum HNC/HND (or equivalent) in Engineering.
• Knowledge of CAD tools and general engineering drawing practice.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A drive to challenge, improve, and deliver excellence — whatever your background.
• Nuclear knowledge is preferred but not essential.
• Must be able to achieve SC clearance.
• Holds or has the ability to obtain Chartered Status.

What's in it for you?

• Collaborative, innovation-driven environment.
• Continuous learning via Expleo Academy accredited training.
• Competitive company benefits.
• Opportunity to contribute directly to the UK's Net Zero future.
• The chance to work with an equal opportunities employer.

If you're a Principal Mechanical Engineer, ready to take on your next role, then please apply below with your CV.