Principal Process Engineer

Morson Edge; Lane Head; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in engineering based in the UK is seeking a Principal Process Engineer for a 12+ month contract. The role involves leading technical delivery on nuclear projects, mentoring teams, and ensuring engineering excellence. Candidates should have an engineering degree and Chartered Engineer status, with strong leadership and technical communication skills. The position offers an hourly rate of £63-£70 (Umbrella) and requires SC Clearance or ability to obtain it.

Qualifications

• Experience managing engineering or analysis teams.
• Ability to ensure compliance with safety and standards.
• Background in complex industrial or nuclear environments is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor engineers and technical specialists.
• Manage and deliver high-quality technical outputs.
• Oversee calculations, reports, analyses, and specifications.
• Work closely with customers to support business development.

Skills

Leadership skills

Technical communication

Continuous improvement

Education

Engineering degree (or equivalent)

Chartered Engineer status

Job description

Principal Process Engineer - Warrington

12+ Month Contract | Inside IR35 | £63-£70 p / hr (Umbrella)

SC Clearance Required (or ability to obtain)

We're recruiting a Principal Process Engineer to lead technical delivery on high-profile nuclear sector projects, including work relating to reprocessed uranium (RepU). You'll guide multidisciplinary teams, act as a subject matter expert, and ensure engineering excellence across complex project scopes.

What You'll Do

• Lead and mentor engineers and technical specialists
• Manage and deliver high-quality technical outputs
• Oversee calculations, reports, analyses and specifications
• Ensure compliance with safety, standards and procedures
• Work closely with customers and support business development
• Drive best practice, audits, and continuous improvement

What You'll Need

• Engineering degree (or equivalent)
• Chartered Engineer status
• Strong experience leading engineering / analysis teams
• Excellent technical communication skills
• Background in complex industrial, nuclear, defence or similar environments (desirable)

Apply now to lead critical engineering work and shape the future of advanced nuclear projects.