15 principal design engineer jobs found in Wantage

Job Description We are currently recruiting a Principal Design Engineer to lead the Transmission team within our Powertrain group. Collaborating with the Head of Powertrain and the PUI team, you will be responsible for managing a subgroup of Designers and Senior Designers within the department, covering a wide variety of assemblies throughout the F1 car. You’ll play a key role in the overall design, development, and performance optimisation of our transmission systems , delivering robust, lightweight, high-performance solutions that operate flawlessly under extreme loads and dynamic conditions. In addition, you'll be responsible for the day-to-day  management of a team  of multidisciplinary engineers. We are looking for a team leader who can  drive technical excellence  while  fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture  in the team. The ideal candidate will be capable of guiding a multidisciplinary group,  setting clear priorities, and ensuring alignment across the...

Job Description We are currently recruiting a  Principal Design Engineer  to join our Chassis, Bodywork and Wings design group. Collaborating with the Head of Chassis, Bodywork and Wings, you will be responsible for managing a subgroup of Designers and Senior Designers within the department, covering a wide variety of assemblies throughout the F1 car. The successful candidate will need a strong background in composite design , demonstrate excellent organisational skills working with other design and technical departments to achieve successful designs, often working to tight deadlines. A key focus will be on understanding design capabilities and what we can do to influence it, be that technology, procedures or training. You will use your relationships with the different Vehicle Engineering groups to educate them on best practice. As  Principal Design Engineer ,  you will: Take responsibility of the quality and delivery of projects assigned along with the Head of...

Job Description We are currently recruiting a  Principal Design Engineer - Hydraulics  to lead a subgroup of Designers and Senior Designers within our expanding Powertrain department. The successful candidate will oversee the concept layout, manage the detail design and specify the sign-off testing for the hydraulics, fuel and pneumatic systems . Collaborating with the Head of Powertrain, you will be responsible for the design and integration of hydraulic and pneumatic components that interface with the power unit and transmission systems. You will take ownership of projects from concept through to prototype , testing, and race deployment, working closely with other engineering departments to ensure world-class performance and reliability.  In addition, you'll be responsible for the day-to-day management of a team of multidisciplinary engineers. We are looking for a team leader who can  drive technical excellence  while  fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture...

Senior to Principal Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Oxford | Sectors: Low Carbon, Heritage, Education, Healthcare About the Company Join a well-established, independent building services consultancy in Oxford, known for delivering sustainable, technically robust solutions across heritage refurbishments, modern low-energy campuses, and complex infrastructure projects. Our integrated team combines mechanical, electrical, lighting, Passivhaus, and building physics expertise under one roof. With a strong pipeline of work and investment in people, this role offers long-term progression and a chance to shape meaningful projects. The Role As a Senior or Principal Mechanical Engineer, you will: Lead mechanical design from RIBA Stage 2 to handover: HVAC, hot/cold water, and sustainable strategies. Collaborate with clients, architects, and internal teams to create energy-efficient, technically sound solutions. Apply building physics and performance analysis where...

⚡ Principal / Associate Electrical Engineer Location: Oxford | Focus: Leadership, Low Carbon Design, Heritage Projects About Us We’re a highly respected, independently owned building services consultancy in Oxford, specialising in sustainable, low-energy design . Our projects range from heritage refurbishments and education buildings to complex infrastructure developments . Our team includes specialists in lighting design, building physics, and Passivhaus , creating a culture where technical excellence, collaboration, and innovation are at the core. We have a strong project pipeline and are now looking for a senior Electrical Engineer to lead delivery, shape design standards, and mentor the next generation of engineers . Role Overview As a Principal or Associate Electrical Engineer, you will: Take ownership of electrical design across multiple projects , from feasibility to handover Lead coordination with MEP teams, architects, and external...

Senior to Principal Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Oxford | Sectors: Low Carbon, Heritage, Education, Healthcare About the Company Join a well-established, independent building services consultancy in Oxford, known for delivering sustainable, technically robust solutions across heritage refurbishments, modern low-energy campuses, and complex infrastructure projects. Our integrated team combines mechanical, electrical, lighting, Passivhaus, and building physics expertise under one roof. With a strong pipeline of work and investment in people, this role offers long-term progression and a chance to shape meaningful projects. The Role As a Senior or Principal Mechanical Engineer, you will: Lead mechanical design from RIBA Stage 2 to handover: HVAC, hot/cold water, and sustainable strategies. Collaborate with clients, architects, and internal teams to create energy-efficient, technically sound solutions. Apply building physics and performance analysis where...

⚡ Principal / Associate Electrical Engineer Location: Oxford | Focus: Leadership, Low Carbon Design, Heritage Projects About Us We’re a highly respected, independently owned building services consultancy in Oxford, specialising in sustainable, low-energy design . Our projects range from heritage refurbishments and education buildings to complex infrastructure developments . Our team includes specialists in lighting design, building physics, and Passivhaus , creating a culture where technical excellence, collaboration, and innovation are at the core. We have a strong project pipeline and are now looking for a senior Electrical Engineer to lead delivery, shape design standards, and mentor the next generation of engineers . Role Overview As a Principal or Associate Electrical Engineer, you will: Take ownership of electrical design across multiple projects , from feasibility to handover Lead coordination with MEP teams, architects, and external...

Senior to Principal Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Oxford | Sectors: Low Carbon, Heritage, Education, Healthcare About the Company Join a well-established, independent building services consultancy in Oxford, known for delivering sustainable, technically robust solutions across heritage refurbishments, modern low-energy campuses, and complex infrastructure projects. Our integrated team combines mechanical, electrical, lighting, Passivhaus, and building physics expertise under one roof. With a strong pipeline of work and investment in people, this role offers long-term progression and a chance to shape meaningful projects. The Role As a Senior or Principal Mechanical Engineer, you will: Lead mechanical design from RIBA Stage 2 to handover: HVAC, hot/cold water, and sustainable strategies. Collaborate with clients, architects, and internal teams to create energy-efficient, technically sound solutions. Apply building physics and performance analysis where...

⚡ Principal / Associate Electrical Engineer Location: Oxford | Focus: Leadership, Low Carbon Design, Heritage Projects About Us We’re a highly respected, independently owned building services consultancy in Oxford, specialising in sustainable, low-energy design . Our projects range from heritage refurbishments and education buildings to complex infrastructure developments . Our team includes specialists in lighting design, building physics, and Passivhaus , creating a culture where technical excellence, collaboration, and innovation are at the core. We have a strong project pipeline and are now looking for a senior Electrical Engineer to lead delivery, shape design standards, and mentor the next generation of engineers . Role Overview As a Principal or Associate Electrical Engineer, you will: Take ownership of electrical design across multiple projects , from feasibility to handover Lead coordination with MEP teams, architects, and external...

Job Description We are seeking Principal Electrical Engineer to take a lead role in our Electrification & Power (E&P) team within Transportation. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced electrical design professional with a passion for innovation, a strong technical foundation and a proven record of delivering complex rail infrastructure projects. You will take responsibility for the technical and commercial delivery of key rail projects, with a particular focus on low voltage (LV) systems, including Points Heating, Lighting, and Signalling Power. The team provides design, assessment, inspection, construction support and management services across a wide range of rail infrastructure projects. Our work spans the full lifecycle from feasibility studies and outline design through to detailed design and delivery. Here's what you'll do: Deliver: Lead and manage the delivery of electrical design work packages across rail infrastructure projects and act as Lead...

Job Description We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Transmission group, contributing to a wide range of assemblies throughout the F1 car with a particular focus on hydraulic, pneumatic, and gearbox systems .  Collaborating with the Group Principal and Head of Powertrain, you will be responsible for the design and integration of hydraulic and pneumatic components that interface with the power unit and transmission systems. You will take ownership of projects from concept through to prototype, testing, and race deployment, working closely with other engineering departments to ensure world-class performance and reliability.  About You With a deep understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic system design,  you bring hands-on expertise in gearbox or powertrain hydraulic systems , confidently selecting pumps, valves, actuators, accumulators, and other critical components, and packaging them efficiently within tight spatial...

Job Description We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Power Unit Integration (PUI) group, contributing to the design and development of assemblies that connect and package the power unit within the F1 car.  Collaborating with the Group Principal and Head of Powertrain, you will take ownership of various subassemblies within the PUI group, delivering high-quality designs that balance performance, manufacturability, and serviceability. Your work will focus on composite and mechanical components , including radiator ducts, surfaces, enclosures, and tooling for large composite assemblies, ensuring seamless integration with surrounding systems .  About You You’re an experienced mechanical designer with a solid grasp of engineering fundamentals and a proven track record of working with composite components . You have hands-on experience c reating composite ducts, fairings, or bodywork assemblies ,   ideally gained in motorsport,...

Job Description We are look for an experienced and ambitious  Senior Composite Design Engineer  to join our Suspension, Steering and Brakes  (SSB) group in our Technical team here at Williams! The successful candidate will be responsible for undertaking and guiding a range of designs from initial concepts through to prototype production as well as supporting the Head of Department and Principal Engineer to deliver performance-enhancing technology. Our ideal candidate is someone with strong understanding of composites materials engineering and science together with detailed knowledge of relevant composites manufacturing technologies . As a  Senior Composite Design Engineer,  you will: Layout of design schemes which respect regulatory and structural requirements, packaging, aerodynamics and composite manufacturing techniques. Detailing of parts and assemblies. Calculation work and production of system documentation. Conduct and contribute to design reviews at individual...

ABOUT ORGANOX: OrganOx is an innovative, fast-paced, global medical device company with a mission to save lives by making every donated organ count. We are a commercial stage organ technology company, spun out of the University of Oxford in 2008, committed to improving transplantation outcomes throughout the world. The company’s first product, the OrganOx metra ® normothermic machine perfusion (NMP) system for liver transplantation, has been used to support more than 5,000 liver transplant operations globally. Position Summary The Electronics Design Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, and supporting electronics systems for OrganOx’s medical devices, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulatory and safety standards. The role involves full lifecycle electronics design from concept through to manufacturing handover, including schematic capture, PCB layout, prototyping, and verification. Proficiency with Altium Designer will be considered a strong...

Established in 1994, OCU Group is one of the fastest growing utility engineering contractors in the UK, with a long successful track record in delivering customer-focused civil engineering solutions. Working directly with many of the country’s leading blue-chip power, water, telecoms and rail clients, we are looking for the very best talent to join our growing team. We pride ourselves on empowering our employees and offering opportunities for them to take control of their own personal development and career progression in a supportive environment. We believe that being successful is a choice. We choose to be successful. We are OCU, ‘One Company United’. Who are we? OCU leads the way in end-to-end infrastructure engineering in the utilities, digital, and energy markets, specialising in safely and efficiently delivering complex client requirements. Our breadth of capabilities and depth of operational capacity, paired with our cutting-edge technology, ensure that we are not...