Principal Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: Wolverhampton, UK
Company: Global Engineering OEM
Salary: Up to £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 Now
If 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.
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