Job Description
Principal Mechanical Design EngineerLocation: Wolverhampton, UKCompany: Global Engineering OEMSalary: £75,000 basic + Excellent Pension + Flexible & Hybrid Working + Outstanding Benefits
About the Principal Mechanical Design Engineer Role
We're hiring a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to join a global leader in complex engineering solutions based near Wolverhampton.
This is a senior-level opportunity to lead the design and development of bespoke heavy engineering projects, including welded, fabricated, and machined machinery and equipment. You'll be responsible for delivering high-integrity systems across the full design lifecycle-from FEED (Front-End Engineering Design) to final delivery-while driving innovation, safety, and engineering excellence.
Key Responsibilities of the Principal Mechanical Design Engineer:
* Lead the mechanical design of custom-engineered systems for industrial and safety-critical applications.
* Manage projects through the full design lifecycle, from concept and FEED to detailed design and manufacture.
* Apply advanced CAD (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor) and FEA (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus) tools to develop and validate designs.
* Ensure compliance with industry codes and standards (ASME, BS EN, RCC-M, etc.) in a regulated environment.
* Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams including project managers, manufacturing, and quality assurance.
What We're Looking For
* Extensive experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer in a regulated industry (e.g., defence, oil & gas, aerospace, energy, etc.).
* Strong background in bespoke machinery, heavy engineering systems, or process equipment.
* High proficiency in 3D CAD and Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
* Deep understanding of FEED, design for manufacture (DFM), and lifecycle engineering.
* Experience working to safety-critical standards in sectors such as Oil & Gas, Energy, Pharmaceutical, Defence, or Marine.
* Exceptional leadership, mentoring, and communication skills.
Why Join Us?
* Be part of a global OEM delivering high-impact engineering solutions.
* Lead mission-critical projects with real-world applications.
* Thrive in a collaborative, technically challenging environment with clear career progression.
* Enjoy a competitive £75,000 basic salary, excellent pension, hybrid working, and a comprehensive benefits package.
* Access to outstanding professional, career, and technical development opportunities.
Apply NowIf you're a seasoned Mechanical Design Engineer ready to step into a principal-level role with a world-class engineering organisation, we want to hear from you.
Apply today and help shape the future of advanced engineering.
To find out more about Progressive please visit www.progressiverecruitment.com
Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom| Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales