Principal Mechanical Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering group in Sheffield is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer (Chief) for a strategic technical leadership role. This opportunity involves working on complex projects in high-integrity environments like nuclear and aerospace. The position offers hybrid working, flexible hours, and excellent benefits, making it an attractive option for experienced engineers looking to make an impact.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Flexible hours

Excellent benefits

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer or capability to achieve this status.
• Strong background in large mechanical systems.
• Experience in technical leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead in delivering complex engineering projects.
• Shape project delivery and mentor other engineers.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure governance.

Skills

Leadership

Design

Analysis

Manufacturing

Installation

Education

Chartered Mechanical or Structural Engineer

Job description

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sheffield, south yorkshire, United Kingdom

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Posted:

10.06.2025

Expiry Date:

25.07.2025

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Job Description:

Principal Mechanical Engineer (Chief)

? Sheffield | Hybrid working | Competitive salary + great benefits

Our client are a leading engineering group based in Sheffield that delivers large-scale, safety-critical mechanical handling systems across the nuclear, defence, aerospace, and kinetic architecture sectors.

They’re looking for a Principal Mechanical Engineer (Chief) to join their team – a technical leadership role reporting directly into the Engineering Director.

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a strategic technical leadership position at a company that’s scaling fast and delivering game-changing engineering solutions.

? What’s in it for you?

– Involvement in complex, varied engineering projects: cranes, bespoke lifting systems, moving structures, etc.

– Work across high-integrity environments like nuclear decommissioning, defence & aerospace

– A chance to shape delivery, mentor engineers, and solve complex design challenges

– Hybrid working, flexible hours, excellent benefits & a collaborative culture

? Who we’re looking for:

– Chartered Mechanical or Structural Engineer (or capability to achieve this status)

– Strong background in design, analysis, manufacture and installation of large mechanical systems (lifting equipment, cranes, novel handling equipment)

– Technical Leadership

– Confident leading on calculations, risk and governance

Interested or know someone who might be? Send in your application to find out more.