Job Description
Principal Mechanical Engineer – Complex Systems
Location: North East UK | Hybrid/Flexible | Competitive Salary
Are you a Principal or Senior Mechanical Engineer looking for your next challenge? We’re seeking a highly skilled Mechanical engineer to lead the design and delivery of complex, multi-component mechanical systems while shaping engineering standards and mentoring other engineers.
In this hands-on senior role, you’ll take full ownership of projects across the entire product lifecycle. From concept development, 3D CAD modelling, and FEA analysis through prototyping, testing, and production handover. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver robust, manufacturable, and high-performance mechanical solutions, all while helping guide and develop the wider engineering team.
What you’ll be doing:
1. Leading the mechanical design of multi-component systems, taking technical ownership of your projects
2. Producing and maintaining high-quality documentation including CAD models, drawings, BOMs, calculations, and test reports
3. Mentoring engineers and driving best practice, design reviews, and engineering standards
4. Collaborating with electronics, software, and systems teams to deliver fully integrated solutions
5. ...