38 principal mechanical design engineer jobs found in Birmingham

Principal Mechanical Design Engineer (Water) We are currently in the market to recruit multiple Principal Mechanical Design Engineers (Water) for a variety of major long-term frameworks across the UK. In addition to a range of long-term programmes across the UK water industry RPS, and Tetra Tech, have successfully won a £100 million single-award framework from United Utilities to support the improvement of river health across the Northwest of England. RPS has been working with United Utilities for over 20 years on innovative projects. As we move towards AMP8, this is an exciting time to be working in the water industry, and collaborating with passionate organisations, gives our people the opportunity to create positive change. Under this 10-year framework, RPS will drive program optimisation, develop solutions, and select the preferred options based on best value, lowest carbon, and cost. Our mission is to deliver exceptional water services to...

Principal Mechanical Design Engineer (Water) We are currently in the market to recruit multiple Principal Mechanical Design Engineers (Water) for a variety of major long-term frameworks across the UK. In addition to a range of long-term programmes across the UK water industry RPS, and Tetra Tech, have successfully won a £100 million single-award framework from United Utilities to support the improvement of river health across the Northwest of England. RPS has been working with United Utilities for over 20 years on innovative projects. As we move towards AMP8, this is an exciting time to be working in the water industry, and collaborating with passionate organisations, gives our people the opportunity to create positive change. Under this 10-year framework, RPS will drive program optimisation, develop solutions, and select the preferred options based on best value, lowest carbon, and cost. Our mission is to deliver exceptional water services to...

Job Description Are you a Mechanical Design Engineer who thrives on leading the way on solving difficult engineering problems? Are you drawn to complex projects and excited by the opportunity to rapidly progress your technical leadership skills to the next level, heading up multi-disciplinary projects? If so, you might enjoy solving the energy industry’s most important mechanical engineering conundrums for a multitude of energy systems across a variety of clients. You could be Managing exciting projects designing test rigs in support of the development of the UKs nuclear fusion capabilities, carrying out structural integrity assessment of primary plant (for both civil and defence applications) to keep existing fleet generating, designing high integrity structures for new nuclear establishments, or leading one of many renewable energy projects across a growing carbon net zero portfolio. You’re likely to be juggling several projects simultaneously, so enjoying...

Mechanical Design Engineer – Engineer to Principal Level 📍 Birmingham (Hybrid Working) 💼 Full-Time 💰 Competitive Salary + Benefits + Bonus About the Role A respected multidisciplinary engineering consultancy with a strong UK presence is seeking Mechanical Design Engineers across levels—from early career Engineers through to Principals—to join their Birmingham office. You’ll work on diverse building services projects delivering innovative, sustainable mechanical designs across sectors including commercial, residential, healthcare, education, and infrastructure. This opportunity suits candidates who want a supportive environment with clear career progression, from hands-on design roles to senior leadership and project management responsibilities. Key Responsibilities Engineer Level: Produce mechanical design calculations, drawings, and specifications for HVAC, heating, cooling, ventilation, and domestic water systems Collaborate with electrical and...

Senior / Principal Electrical Design Engineers (Building Services) RPS is currently seeking  Senior  or a  Principal level Electrical Design Engineer  (Building Services) to join either the team in our  Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham  or  Newcastle  office on a  hybrid basis .  About The Design Business: RPS Design Division delivers projects across multiple, niche sectors from residential housing developments, logistics, retail, aviation, healthcare, education, advanced manufacturing, data centres, energy and more as we strive to achieve the right balance between form and function when faced with competing priorities around sustainability, materiality, cost and constructability. Digitalisation is at the core of our delivery model allowing our clients and their stakeholders to really experience our designs right from project concept stage and through drawing on expertise spanning decades, industries and disciplines, we assist clients to harmonise design drivers...

Mechanical Design Engineer – Engineer to Principal Level 📍 Birmingham (Hybrid Working) 💼 Full-Time 💰 Competitive Salary + Benefits + Bonus About the Role A respected multidisciplinary engineering consultancy with a strong UK presence is seeking Mechanical Design Engineers across levels—from early career Engineers through to Principals—to join their Birmingham office. You’ll work on diverse building services projects delivering innovative, sustainable mechanical designs across sectors including commercial, residential, healthcare, education, and infrastructure. This opportunity suits candidates who want a supportive environment with clear career progression, from hands-on design roles to senior leadership and project management responsibilities. Key Responsibilities Engineer Level: Produce mechanical design calculations, drawings, and specifications for HVAC, heating, cooling, ventilation, and domestic water systems Collaborate with electrical and...

Job Description Start here. Grow here. We are seeking a Principal Cable System Design Engineer to join our expanding Transmission & Distribution (T&D) team within AECOM. This is a senior role within the business, with responsibility for driving technical excellence, leading complex projects, and supporting strategic client engagement across a broad portfolio of high-voltage infrastructure schemes. As a Principal Engineer, you will play a critical role in the planning, design, and delivery of cable systems across multiple voltage levels. Our clients include Transmission System Operators, Distribution Network Operators, private developers , and international energy majors across the UK and globally. You will lead multidisciplinary project teams, act as a trusted advisor to clients, and contribute to developing our technical standards, innovation strategy, and digital delivery approach within the cable engineering space. This is a fantastic opportunity to be at...

Principal Electrical Design Engineer (Water) We are currently in the market to recruit multiple Principal Electrical Design Engineers (Water) for a variety of major long-term frameworks across the UK. In addition to a range of long-term programmes across the UK water industry RPS, and Tetra Tech, have successfully won a £100 million single-award framework from United Utilities to support the improvement of river health across the Northwest of England. RPS has been working with United Utilities for over 20 years on innovative projects. As we move towards AMP8, this is an exciting time to be working in the water industry, and collaborating with passionate organisations, gives our people the opportunity to create positive change. Under this 10-year framework, RPS will drive program optimisation, develop solutions, and select the preferred options based on best value, lowest carbon, and cost. Our mission is to deliver exceptional water services to...

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Water) We are currently in the market to recruit multiple Senior Mechanical Design Engineers (Water) for a variety of major long-term frameworks across the UK. In addition to a range of long-term programmes across the UK water industry RPS, and Tetra Tech, have successfully won a £100 million single-award framework from United Utilities to support the improvement of river health across the Northwest of England. RPS has been working with United Utilities for over 20 years on innovative projects. As we move towards AMP8, this is an exciting time to be working in the water industry, and collaborating with passionate organisations, gives our people the opportunity to create positive change. Under this 10-year framework, RPS will drive program optimisation, develop solutions, and select the preferred options based on best value, lowest carbon, and cost. Our mission is to deliver exceptional water services to foster a...

Mechanical Design Engineer – Engineer to Principal Level 📍 Birmingham (Hybrid Working) 💼 Full-Time 💰 Competitive Salary + Benefits + Bonus About the Role A respected multidisciplinary engineering consultancy with a strong UK presence is seeking Mechanical Design Engineers across levels—from early career Engineers through to Principals—to join their Birmingham office. You’ll work on diverse building services projects delivering innovative, sustainable mechanical designs across sectors including commercial, residential, healthcare, education, and infrastructure. This opportunity suits candidates who want a supportive environment with clear career progression, from hands-on design roles to senior leadership and project management responsibilities. Key Responsibilities Engineer Level: Produce mechanical design calculations, drawings, and specifications for HVAC, heating, cooling, ventilation, and domestic water systems Collaborate with electrical and...

Job Description The UK Energy market is undergoing unprecedented change as the country strives towards a net zero carbon target. The sector must contend with high penetration of modern generation, transmission and distribution technologies, energy storage and prepare for the increased demand associated with the electrification of transport and heat as the countries progresses along the decarbonisation pathway. As part of the Net Zero agenda, networks have a crucial role in delivering the renewable energy which is required to be connected. The transmission network operators have secured c.£8bn as part of the RIIO T2 package. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the energy sector, to deliver outstanding projects and be part of the solution to delivering Net Zero. We empower our people to be the professional individuals they want to be, working on projects they feel proud of, making a difference to the world they live in and the legacy they leave behind....

Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire directly and we will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if this role is eligible for release. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable – please direct all queries to the relevant Resourcing Partner. Electrical Senior Design Engineer What you will be doing: As Electrical Senior Design Engineer you will be responsible for all activities associated with the production of Electrical Design in compliance with the Business Management Systems (BMS) and CDM regulations, assisting with the wider general Process, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control and Automation (PMEICA) and Civils design production activities, providing technical support to the supply chain procurement activities and supporting site activities as required. You will also assist with the management of Consultants and Sub-contractors design production.  About You: Have the necessary...

Working arrangements This is an onsite role based in our easily accessible premises on Meridian Business Park, Leicester, LE19 1WH. There is free car parking onsite. Overview The principal role of the Design Engineer is to undertake design and engineering support activities within Ridgway. Requirements Responsibilities Perform Design, Research and Development activities to assist the completion of all Company projects on time, in full and to agreed budget. Participate in regular design reviews to ensure all necessary remedial actions are taken to ensure OTIF delivery, allocated budget hours and quality levels are met. Understand the quality, cost and delivery implications of different technical solutions and find the optimum solution for each situation. Assist and support customers with Engineering, Design and Technical information whilst ensuring protection of Ridgway intellectual property  As appropriate, lead engineering, technical and design review meetings...

Principal Electrical Design Engineer (Water) We are currently in the market to recruit multiple Principal Electrical Design Engineers (Water) for a variety of major long-term frameworks across the UK. In addition to a range of long-term programmes across the UK water industry RPS, and Tetra Tech, have successfully won a £100 million single-award framework from United Utilities to support the improvement of river health across the Northwest of England. RPS has been working with United Utilities for over 20 years on innovative projects. As we move towards AMP8, this is an exciting time to be working in the water industry, and collaborating with passionate organisations, gives our people the opportunity to create positive change. Under this 10-year framework, RPS will drive program optimisation, develop solutions, and select the preferred options based on best value, lowest carbon, and cost. Our mission is to deliver exceptional water services to...

 for our Careers & Life at JCB pages About the role: This is a unique opportunity to join JCB Power Systems at our cutting-edge engineering centre in Foston, Derbyshire, where innovation meets impact. As a Principal Design Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of engine technology—leading design projects that span from concept to production, including next-generation hydrogen and combustion platforms. You’ll be part of a passionate team driving forward our mission to build a cleaner, more efficient future, with the freedom to influence, mentor, and make a real difference in a fast-paced, forward-thinking environment. What does this role involve day to day? Lead the day-to-day design engineering activities of a team, across full engine NPI programs, sprint programs, and current product support Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, manage team workload, and integrate with wider project teams to meet deadlines Provide technical...

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Water) We are currently in the market to recruit multiple Senior Mechanical Design Engineers (Water) for a variety of major long-term frameworks across the UK. In addition to a range of long-term programmes across the UK water industry RPS, and Tetra Tech, have successfully won a £100 million single-award framework from United Utilities to support the improvement of river health across the Northwest of England. RPS has been working with United Utilities for over 20 years on innovative projects. As we move towards AMP8, this is an exciting time to be working in the water industry, and collaborating with passionate organisations, gives our people the opportunity to create positive change. Under this 10-year framework, RPS will drive program optimisation, develop solutions, and select the preferred options based on best value, lowest carbon, and cost. Our mission is to deliver exceptional water services to foster a...

Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire directly and we will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if this role is eligible for release. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable – please direct all queries to the relevant Resourcing Partner. Electrical Senior Design Engineer What you will be doing: As Electrical Senior Design Engineer you will be responsible for all activities associated with the production of Electrical Design in compliance with the Business Management Systems (BMS) and CDM regulations, assisting with the wider general Process, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control and Automation (PMEICA) and Civils design production activities, providing technical support to the supply chain procurement activities and supporting site activities as required. You will also assist with the management of Consultants and Sub-contractors design production.  About You: Have the necessary...

Your Contribution As a Principal Design Engineer at MAHLE Powertrain UK, you will play a key senior role within the engineering team, leading technical design activities and supporting the delivery of complex powertrain projects. Working closely with the Senior Principal and Head of Design, you’ll take ownership of design work packages, provide guidance to engineers, and ensure the successful execution of projects to technical, cost, and timing targets. Lead design and analysis activities for powertrain components, sub-systems, and assemblies, from concept through to release. Coordinate technical delivery within assigned projects, ensuring quality, timing, and budget objectives are met. Support the preparation of engineering programme quotations and contribute to resource and project planning. Generate, evaluate, and develop innovative design solutions using sound engineering judgement and industry best practices. Provide day-to-day technical direction and mentoring to design...

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...

Electrical Design Engineers (Building Services) RPS is currently seeking  Electrical Design Engineers (Building Services)  to join either the team in our  Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham or Newcastle  office on a  hybrid basis .  About The Design Business: RPS Design Division delivers projects across multiple, niche sectors from residential housing developments, logistics, retail, aviation, healthcare, education, advanced manufacturing, data centres, energy and more as we strive to achieve the right balance between form and function when faced with competing priorities around sustainability, materiality, cost and constructability. Digitalisation is at the core of our delivery model allowing our clients and their stakeholders to really experience our designs right from project concept stage and through drawing on expertise spanning decades, industries and disciplines, we assist clients to harmonise design drivers through inspired engineering, architecture and...