Principal Mechanical Engineer - Defence

JR United Kingdom; Bedford; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the defence sector seeks a Principal Mechanical Engineer who will utilize engineering standards and manage technical documentation. The candidate should possess strong leadership skills and experience within defence, including knowledge of CAD and Inventor. This hybrid role is ideal for someone with a chartered status and the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum HNC/HND in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Holds Chartered status.
• Experience leading a team and strong stakeholder management.
• Defence background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify and manage engineering risks and adhere to relevant procedures.
• Produce, review, and approve technical documents including calculations and reports.

Skills

Inventor

CAD

General engineering drawing practice

Stakeholder relationship management

Team leadership

Defence experience

Nuclear experience

Education

HNC/HND in Engineering or equivalent experience

Chartered status

Job description

Principal Mechanical Engineer - Defence

Locations: Glasgow, Bristol, Newbury, and Rosyth (Hybrid)

With a rich history of innovation and a global footprint, this influential organization continues to shape industries and maintains a steadfast commitment to excellence in engineering and support services. Championing innovation, it boldly steers the course towards a forward-looking future.

You will apply relevant procedures, codes, and standards to all engineering activities, proactively identifying and managing risks. Take responsibility for producing, reviewing, and approving technical documentation, including calculations, analyses, drawings, models, and reports.

Essential Experience

• Experience in Inventor, CAD, and general engineering drawing practice
• Ability to build strong and influential relationships with key stakeholders
• Experience leading a team
• Experience within Defence
• Nuclear experience is beneficial

Qualifications

• Minimum HNC/HND in Engineering or equivalent experience
• Holds Chartered status

Additional information:

• The company cannot provide sponsorship; only candidates with the existing right to work in the UK will be considered.
• If you are not a passport holder of the country for the vacancy, you might need a work permit. Check our blog for more information.
• Applications should be made via the 'Apply now' button. Do not provide bank or payment details when applying.

Job posted on: 04/06/2025

Expiry date: 19/07/2025