Principal Mechanical Engineer - Defence

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

Job summary

A leading engineering firm seeks a Principal Mechanical Engineer - Defence to join their team. This role involves leading engineering activities, managing risks, and producing technical documentation. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership skills, relevant qualifications, and experience within the Defence sector, particularly in Nuclear operations.

Qualifications

• At least HNC/HND in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Chartered status required.

Responsibilities

• Produce, review, and approve technical documentation.
• Identify and manage engineering risks.
• Lead and manage a team.

Skills

Inventor

CAD

General Engineering Drawing Practice

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Risk Management

Education

Minimum HNC/HND in Engineering

Chartered status

Job description

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Client:

iO Associates - UK/EU

Location:

reading, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Principal Mechanical Engineer - Defence
Multiple Locations - Glasgow, Bristol, Newbury and Rosyth
Hybrid

With a rich history of innovation and a global footprint, looking for a Principal Mechanical Engineer - Defence, this influential organization continues to shape industries and maintaining 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, while proactively identifying and managing risks. Take responsibility for producing, reviewing, and approving technical documentation, including calculations, analyses, drawings, models, and reports.

Essential Experience Of The Principal Mechanical Engineer

• Experience in Inventor and 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.
• Holds Chartered status.

With a legacy of impactful contributions, it remains a pivotal force in engineering and support services on an international scale. If you are looking for to be a part of such a pioneering company, then this role is for you.

*PS: The Company can't provide any sponsorship, so only candidates with the existing right to work in the UK will be considered for this role.