At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead mechanical design projects from concept to delivery in a dynamic engineering environment.
- Company: Join a globally recognised organisation focused on advanced defence and technology solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, performance bonuses, generous pension contributions, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Supportive culture with opportunities for mentorship and career progression.
- Why this job: Shape the future of engineering while making a real impact on national security.
- Qualifications: Degree in Mechanical Engineering and experience in leading complex design projects.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
This is a unique opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to play a key role in delivering complex, high‑performance engineering solutions across the complete product lifecycle. From early-stage concepts to in-service support, you will influence the design and development of advanced systems that operate in demanding, safety-critical environments. This role offers both technical depth and leadership responsibility, giving you the platform to shape long-term engineering outcomes while progressing your career.
You will be joining a globally recognised engineering organisation working on advanced defence and technology solutions. The company plays a vital role in supporting national security and international partnerships, delivering cutting-edge systems in highly complex environments. The organisation is committed to diversity and inclusion, offering employee-led networks and a supportive, collaborative culture where everyone can thrive.
As a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer, you will take ownership of significant technical work packages and provide leadership across multidisciplinary teams. You will guide mechanical design activities, ensuring solutions meet performance, safety, cost, and schedule requirements. You will operate at the forefront of engineering development, working collaboratively with internal stakeholders and external partners to solve complex challenges and deliver robust design solutions.
Key Responsibilities- Lead mechanical design activities across the full product lifecycle, from concept through to in-service support
- Drive design maturity, ensuring compliance with performance, cost, safety, and schedule requirements
- Manage and coordinate multidisciplinary engineering inputs
- Influence key technical decisions and design direction
- Support design proving, qualification, and verification activities
- Engage with suppliers and external partners to ensure successful delivery
- Participate in and contribute to formal design reviews
- Mentor and support the development of junior engineers
We are seeking a confident and capable engineer who combines strong technical expertise with leadership ability, supported by the following:
- Degree, HND, HNC or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering (or relevant discipline)
- Proven experience leading mechanical design packages in complex environments
- Strong understanding of the full product lifecycle (concept to in-service)
- Expertise in design methodologies such as DFMEA, DFA, and DFM
- Ability to influence stakeholders and make sound technical decisions
- Experience working within multidisciplinary teams
- Knowledge of structural, thermal, or dynamic analysis
- Experience with CAD/CAE tools
- Supplier engagement and development experience
Base salary in excess of £50,000 (depending on experience) Company Bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on performance) Pension: Up to 14% combined contributions Paid Overtime Opportunities Flexible
Principal Mechanical Engineer employer: Electus Recruitment Solutions
Join a globally recognised engineering organisation that is at the forefront of advanced defence and technology solutions, where your expertise as a Principal Mechanical Engineer will directly contribute to national security and international partnerships. With a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, the company fosters a collaborative work culture that encourages personal and professional growth, offering competitive salaries, generous pension contributions, and opportunities for paid overtime. This role not only provides technical depth and leadership responsibilities but also allows you to shape the future of engineering in a supportive environment.
Contact Details:
Electus Recruitment Solutions Recruitment Team
