Principle Mechanical Engineer

Principle Mechanical Engineer
Location: Birmingham
Type: Permanent​
Salary: up to £75 k p/a ​
About the Client:
Our client is a project delivery specialist company that provides engineering, architecture, project management, and construction management services. They operate across various sectors, including Pharmaceuticals, Medical Technologies, Food, Beverage & Consumer Health, Data Centres, and Advanced Manufacturing. Their approach focuses on delivering certainty, digital and data solutions, and maintaining a strong commitment to safety through their Living Safety™ program.
Role Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Lead Mechanical Engineer to join our client's UK Mechanical team. In this role, you will be responsible for leading the successful mechanical engineering delivery of multiple projects and assignments, ensuring adherence to quality, safety, time, and cost parameters. You will serve as either a mechanical lead or discipline specialist within a project structure. Additionally, you will provide support to the Head of Department by offering technical guidance to Engineers and Designers within the team.​
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the mechanical engineering aspects of projects, ensuring successful delivery in terms of quality, safety, schedule, and budget.​
  
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to Engineers and Designers within the team.​
  
• Interpret and support the generation of P&IDs, CAD models, and plant layouts.​
  
• Ensure compliance with current legislation, standards, and best practices, including PED, PSSR, and Machinery Regulation.​
  
• Review design documentation as a technical authority.​
  
• Maintain a strong ethical approach to safety, quality, environmental protection, and business practices.​
  
• Demonstrate flexibility to travel nationally and internationally as required to meet client and project demands.​
  Qualifications and Experience:
  
• Preferably a Chartered Engineer with IMechE, or actively working towards chartered status.​
  
• Proven experience in mechanical engineering and design projects.​
  
• Direct project and sector exposure across operational core sectors, including Pharmaceuticals, Advanced Manufacturing & Technology, Chemicals, and Petrochemicals.​
  
• Proficiency in interpreting and supporting the generation of P&IDs, CAD models, and plant layouts.​
  
• Deep understanding and adherence to current legislation, standards, and best practices (e.g., PED, PSSR, Machinery Regulation).​
  
• Experience reviewing design documentation as a technical authority.​
  
• Strong ethical approach to safety, quality, environmental protection, and business practices.​
  
• Flexibility to travel nationally and internationally as required.​
  Why Join?
  This is an opportunity to work with a leading project delivery specialist company that offers a collaborative and inclusive work environment. You will have the chance to contribute to exciting, leading-edge projects across various high-tech industries and support the delivery of innovative and sustainable engineering solutions.​
  Application Process:
  If you are a passionate and experienced Mechanical Engineer looking to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.​
  We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees