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Principal Mechanical Design Engineer Aerospace & Defence | Up to £55,000 | Surrey
I'm currently partnered with a leading innovator in electromechanical actuation systems who are looking to bring a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer into their R&D and Engineering team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Engineer with a strong background in actuator or electromechanical system design to play a pivotal role in high-impact technical projects across the Aerospace, Defence, and Oil & Gas sectors.
Location:Surrey
Salary: Up to £55,000
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Work Model: On-site
Flexibility: Early Friday finishes & flexitime options
What Youll Be Doing
* Leading and managing strategic product development projects across R&D and engineering
* Providing technical direction and mentoring for junior team members
* Coordinating internal and external stakeholders to deliver on technical objectives
* Approving and overseeing designs, drawings, and documentation using 3D CAD (preferably PTC Creo)
* Taking part in design reviews, qualification testing, and liaising with certification authorities
* Driving continuous improvement across tools, processes, and technical documentation
What Were Looking For
* Extensive experience in mechanical design of electromechanical assemblies, actuators, or motion systems
* Strong understanding of engineering principles including tolerance, materials, and mechanical/electrical system integration
* Proficient in 3D CAD (PTC Creo experience highly desirable)
* Skilled in reading and creating technical drawings (BS8888, GD&T)
* Familiarity with aerospace product lifecycle, from concept through to certification and qualification
* Ability to work autonomously while collaborating within multi-disciplinary teams
Desirable Extras
* Background in aerospace or defence engineering
* Understanding of DO-160 and similar aerospace standards
* Knowledge of gear and actuator design
* Hands-on experience with certification and regulatory compliance processes
Why This Role?
* 24 days holiday + bank holidays
* Flexitime & early Friday finish (1PM)
* Health care cash plan & employee assistance programme
* Enhanced pension & life assurance
* On-site parking & casual dress code
* A highly technical, supportive environment where innovation thrives
If youre a senior or principal-level Mechanical Design Engineer looking to apply your expertise in a forward-thinking and high-performance setting, Id love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch directly to find out more.
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Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
* Industries
Machinery Manufacturing
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