Principal Mechanical Engineer - Defence

JR United Kingdom; Lincoln; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in engineering seeks a Principal Mechanical Engineer - Defence to join their innovative team. The engineer will focus on applying engineering standards, managing risks, and leading teams while ensuring the delivery of high-quality technical documentation. This role requires strong experience in Defence with qualifications such as HNC/HND in Engineering and Chartered status.

Qualifications

• Minimum HNC/HND in Engineering or equivalent.
• Chartered status required.
• Experience in Defence and Nuclear beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Apply relevant procedures, codes, and standards to engineering activities.
• Identify and manage risks in projects.
• Produce, review, and approve technical documentation.

Skills

Engineering drawing practice

Stakeholder relationships

Team leadership

Defence experience

Nuclear knowledge

Education

HNC/HND in Engineering

Chartered status

Tools

Inventor

CAD

Job description

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Principal Mechanical Engineer - Defence, Lincoln

Client:

iO Associates - UK/EU

Location:

Lincoln, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Principal Mechanical Engineer - Defence

Multiple Locations - Glasgow, Bristol, Newbury, and Rosyth

Hybrid

With a rich history of innovation and a global footprint, this organization is looking for a Principal Mechanical Engineer - Defence. It continues to shape industries and maintains a steadfast commitment to excellence in engineering and support services. The role involves applying relevant procedures, codes, and standards to all engineering activities, proactively identifying and managing risks, and producing, reviewing, and approving technical documentation such as calculations, analyses, drawings, models, and reports.

Essential Experience of the Principal Mechanical Engineer:

• 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 for the Principal Mechanical Engineer:

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

This organization has a legacy of impactful contributions and remains pivotal in engineering and support services on an international scale. If you wish to be part of such a pioneering company, this role is for you.

Note: The company cannot provide sponsorship, so only candidates with the existing right to work in the UK will be considered.