Principal Mechanical Engineer| Annual Christmas trips abroad! | RG/5966

TN United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Principal Mechanical Engineer, where your expertise in mechanical design and project leadership will shine. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead projects and mentor a team in a flexible, hybrid work environment that values work/life balance and employee well-being. With a commitment to innovation and collaboration, you’ll thrive in a culture that encourages creativity and social engagement. Enjoy benefits like flexible hours, 9-day fortnights, and regular team events, all while making a significant impact on exciting projects.

Benefits

Flexible office hours

9-day fortnights

Twice-weekly fruit deliveries

Regular office drinks

Team socials and events

Annual Christmas trip

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical designs and calculations.
• Ability to lead projects and manage team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design projects and calculations.
• Manage and mentor junior engineers and graduates.

Skills

Mechanical Design

Project Management

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

The Position

As a Principal Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for mechanical designs and calculations, leading projects either as a Mechanical Lead or overall Lead depending on project size, and line managing graduates and team members when required.

This company promotes a progressive and interactive working environment that encourages enthusiasm and proactiveness.

Their workspace is open and informal, fostering communication and knowledge sharing, with various breakout spaces to promote collaboration, movement, and employee well-being.

The practice is officially recognized as a London Living Wage Employer, reflecting its commitment to ensuring employees can meet the demands of living and working in London.

The company values work/life balance, offering flexible hours (flexi-time), 9-day fortnights with alternate Fridays off, and a hybrid working model of 2 days in the office and 3 days remote per week. This flexibility aims to boost enthusiasm, creativity, and productivity.

Employees are considered the company's greatest asset. The environment emphasizes relaxation, social activities, mental health awareness, and overall well-being, with budgets allocated for socials, staff celebrations, and cross-team bonding.

Additionally, a Social Committee comprising representatives from each team manages an annual budget for social, sports, health, and charitable activities.

What’s in it for you:

• Flexible office hours
• 9-day fortnights
• Twice-weekly fruit deliveries
• Regular office drinks
• Team socials and events
• Annual Christmas trip (normally abroad)
• Cycle to work scheme

Are you able to work independently with minimal guidance?

Are you ready to lead, innovate, and make a lasting impact on projects?