Principal Mechanical Engineer

PM GROUP; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

PM Group is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer for its Manchester office. The successful candidate will oversee mechanical engineering projects, providing technical leadership and guidance to a dedicated team. This role demands strong experience in various sectors including Pharmaceutical and Chemical, with a focus on quality and safety standards. Join an inclusive and employee-owned company where your contributions are valued.

Qualifications

• Preferably a Chartered Engineer with IMechE, or working towards.
• Proven level of experience in mechanical engineering and design projects.
• Flexibility to travel nationally and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical engineering delivery of multiple projects.
• Provide technical guidance to Engineers and Designers.
• Ensure quality, safety, time and cost effectiveness.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Project management

Safety compliance

Technical documentation review

P&ID interpretation

Education

Chartered Engineer with IMechE

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a Principal Mechanical Engineer to join PM Group working for us based out of our Manchester office.

Job Title: Principal Mechanical Engineer

Location: Manchester

Contract: Full Time – Permanent

Responsibilities

As part of the UK Mechanical team, you will be responsible for leading the successful mechanical engineering delivery multiple projects and assignments in terms of quality, safety, time and cost. This will be as, either, a mechanical lead or discipline specialist within a project structure.

In addition to the technical delivery, you will provide support to the Head of Department in terms of providing technical guidance to Engineers and Designers within the team.

Qualifications

• Preferably a Chartered Engineer with IMechE, or working towards.
• Proven level of experience in mechanical engineering and design projects.
• Ideally have direct project and sector exposure across operational core sectors; Pharmaceutical, Advanced Manufacturing & Technology, Chemical, Petrochemical, etc.
• Proficient at interpreting and supporting generation of P&IDs, CAD models and plant layouts
• Deep understanding and adherence to current legislation, standards and best practices (PED, PSSR, Machinery Regulation, etc.)
• Experience reviewing design documentation as a technical authority
• A strong ethical approach to safety, quality, environmental protection and business.
• Flexibility to travel nationally and internationally as and when required to meet demands of clients and their projects.

Find out more about PM Group and our projects.

Why PM Group?

As an employee-owned company, we are inclusive, committed and driven. Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability are the heart of our new 2025 business strategy. Please visit our website to read more in our Corporate Responsibility & Health and Safety Report 2020.

Inclusion and Diversity are core to our culture and values. Wherever we work, we commit to a culture of mutual respect and belonging by building a truly inclusive workplace rich in diverse people, talents and ideas. Valuing the contributions of all our people and respecting individual differences will sustain our growth into the future.

PM Group is committed to ensuring our hiring process is fair and accessible to all and will provide candidates with disabilities with reasonable accommodations required to participate in the recruitment process. If you require any assistance in this regard, please let us know.