19 senior principal mechanical design engineer jobs found in Oxford

Job Title: Principal Electrical Design Engineer Location: Oxford Salary: Up to £65,000 (Negotiable)  Shift Type: Full Time – 36.25 hours per week (Agile Working) Benefits: Enhanced annual leave (buy/sell), enhanced family pay, EAP, EV scheme, cycle to work, referral bonus, structured career progression The Opportunity A leading, multi-disciplinary Building Services consultancy is seeking a Principal Design Engineer - Electrical to join its established Oxford team. This is a key hire within a forward-thinking organisation known for delivering technically robust and sustainable design solutions across healthcare, education, residential, commercial, industrial and public sector developments. Operating internationally with a strong UK presence, the business places sustainability and net-zero carbon design at the core of its engineering philosophy. The Role As Principal Electrical Engineer, you will take ownership of projects from inception through to...

Job Title: Principal Electrical Design Engineer Location: Oxford Salary: Up to £65,000 (Negotiable)  Shift Type: Full Time – 36.25 hours per week (Agile Working) Benefits: Enhanced annual leave (buy/sell), enhanced family pay, EAP, EV scheme, cycle to work, referral bonus, structured career progression The Opportunity A leading, multi-disciplinary Building Services consultancy is seeking a Principal Design Engineer - Electrical to join its established Oxford team. This is a key hire within a forward-thinking organisation known for delivering technically robust and sustainable design solutions across healthcare, education, residential, commercial, industrial and public sector developments. Operating internationally with a strong UK presence, the business places sustainability and net-zero carbon design at the core of its engineering philosophy. The Role As Principal Electrical Engineer, you will take ownership of projects from inception through to...

Job Title: Principal Electrical Design Engineer Location: Oxford Salary: Up to £65,000 (Negotiable)  Shift Type: Full Time – 36.25 hours per week (Agile Working) Benefits: Enhanced annual leave (buy/sell), enhanced family pay, EAP, EV scheme, cycle to work, referral bonus, structured career progression The Opportunity A leading, multi-disciplinary Building Services consultancy is seeking a Principal Design Engineer - Electrical to join its established Oxford team. This is a key hire within a forward-thinking organisation known for delivering technically robust and sustainable design solutions across healthcare, education, residential, commercial, industrial and public sector developments. Operating internationally with a strong UK presence, the business places sustainability and net-zero carbon design at the core of its engineering philosophy. The Role As Principal Electrical Engineer, you will take ownership of projects from inception through to...

Job Description We have an immediate need for a Mechanical Design Engineer with experience using CATIA V5 & Windchill. Role details as follows: 1.  Job purpose To develop innovative mechanical design solutions, to current and future aerospace industry challenges, on existing and next generation smart motor and power generation technologies. To lead and deliver project based engineering work-package activities, by ensuring mature and robust mechanical solutions, designed to meet manufacturing, cost and weight targets. 2.  Dimensions Primary responsibility is to create and support the definition of robust mechanical design solutions, for R&D / R&T project/s, by ensuring the designs are technically robust, fit for purpose and meet both the business and customer needs. Support and/or ownership of, one or more Engineering Work Packages, for the Mechanical Design of products. Interfacing with Mechanical Engineering, Stress & Thermal, Supply Chain,...

Job title: Principal Mechanical Design Engineer – Water Sector Location: Reading Hours: 36 hours per week (Hybrid working available) Salary: £60,000 - £80,000 + £5,8000 car allowance An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to take a leading role within a forward-thinking organisation supporting major water and wastewater infrastructure programmes. This position offers the chance to influence engineering strategy, guide standards, and provide expert leadership across technically challenging projects, while contributing to sustainable asset delivery and innovation in the sector. Role Overview The successful candidate will act as a senior technical authority for mechanical engineering, responsible for shaping project requirements, driving engineering quality, and delivering robust solutions. Key responsibilities include: Defining clear and accurate technical requirements to support effective project delivery Enhancing...

Lead Electrical Design Engineer - (Wastewater Treatment Projects) About Us: Glanua is an industry leader in providing innovative and sustainable engineering solutions to design, build, operate and maintain critical water and wastewater infrastructure across Ireland and the UK. We are a trusted provider to the municipal and industrial sector where our clients include Ireland and the UK's largest water utilities, Uisce Eireann (formally Irish Water), Thames Water, Yorkshire Water Affinity Water, Northumbrian Water and United Utilities. Glanua is passionate about solving today's environmental challenges and delivering a decarbonised and sustainable world. We know that to build successful creative teams we need a diverse workforce that can deliver new innovative ways of thinking. We provide an environment where you will have the freedom to develop and grow to your full potential. We champion our core values and uphold the highest standards of Safety and Well-being,...

Principle Electrical Design Engineer - (Wastewater Treatment Projects) About Us: Glanua is an industry leader in providing innovative and sustainable engineering solutions to design, build, operate and maintain critical water and wastewater infrastructure across Ireland and the UK. We are a trusted provider to the municipal and industrial sector where our clients include Ireland and the UK's largest water utilities, Uisce Eireann (formally Irish Water), Thames Water, Yorkshire Water Affinity Water, Northumbrian Water and United Utilities. Glanua is passionate about solving today's environmental challenges and delivering a decarbonised and sustainable world. We know that to build successful creative teams we need a diverse workforce that can deliver new innovative ways of thinking. We provide an environment where you will have the freedom to develop and grow to your full potential. We champion our core values and uphold the highest standards of Safety and Well-being,...

Job title: Principal Mechanical Design Engineer – Water Sector Location: Reading Hours: 36 hours per week (Hybrid working available) Salary: £60,000 - £80,000 + £5,8000 car allowance An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to take a leading role within a forward-thinking organisation supporting major water and wastewater infrastructure programmes. This position offers the chance to influence engineering strategy, guide standards, and provide expert leadership across technically challenging projects, while contributing to sustainable asset delivery and innovation in the sector. Role Overview The successful candidate will act as a senior technical authority for mechanical engineering, responsible for shaping project requirements, driving engineering quality, and delivering robust solutions. Key responsibilities include: Defining clear and accurate technical requirements to support effective project delivery Enhancing...

Senior Electrical Design Engineer - (Wastewater Treatment Projects) About Us:   Glanua is an industry leader in providing innovative and sustainable engineering solutions to design, build, operate and maintain critical water and wastewater infrastructure across Ireland and the UK. We are a trusted provider to the municipal and industrial sector where our clients include Ireland and the UK's largest water utilities, Uisce Eireann (formally Irish Water), Thames Water, Yorkshire Water Affinity Water, Northumbrian Water and United Utilities. Glanua is passionate about solving today's environmental challenges and delivering a decarbonised and sustainable world. We know that to build successful creative teams we need a diverse workforce that can deliver new innovative ways of thinking. We provide an environment where you will have the freedom to develop and grow to your full potential. We champion our core values and uphold the highest standards of Safety and...

Job title: Principal Mechanical Design Engineer – Water Sector Location: Reading Hours: 36 hours per week (Hybrid working available) Salary: £60,000 - £80,000 + £5,8000 car allowance An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to take a leading role within a forward-thinking organisation supporting major water and wastewater infrastructure programmes. This position offers the chance to influence engineering strategy, guide standards, and provide expert leadership across technically challenging projects, while contributing to sustainable asset delivery and innovation in the sector. Role Overview The successful candidate will act as a senior technical authority for mechanical engineering, responsible for shaping project requirements, driving engineering quality, and delivering robust solutions. Key responsibilities include: Defining clear and accurate technical requirements to support effective project delivery Enhancing...

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities. GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 bn.in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career. Job Summary It’s great to know you’re making a difference to the future of aviation! Whatever part you play you’ll be helping us deliver operational excellence to our customers. Based at our Luton manufacturing plant you’ll do just that. Established in 1993, GKN Aerospace in Luton...

Job Details: Job Reference: HCC623108 Salary Range: £25,186 - £26,244 per annum Work Location: Elizabeth II Court, Winchester Hours per week: 37 (part-time hours will be considered) Contract Type: Permanent Closing Date: 26 April 2026 Please note applications will be reviewed once submitted and candidates will be contacted prior to the closing date The Role: We are offering an exciting opportunity to begin your engineering career within a friendly, supportive, multi disciplinary Property Services team of over 300 professionals. You will gain experience across Hampshire’s large and diverse property portfolio, including schools, offices, libraries, care homes and countryside sites. You will also have opportunities to visit construction sites for surveys, inspections and meetings, giving you a full understanding of how engineered solutions are implemented. By joining our team, you will be part of a dynamic environment that values innovation,...

Job Details: Job Reference: HCC623108 Salary Range: £25,186 - £26,244 per annum Work Location: Elizabeth II Court, Winchester Hours per week: 37 (part-time hours will be considered) Contract Type: Permanent Closing Date: 26 April 2026 Please note applications will be reviewed once submitted and candidates will be contacted prior to the closing date The Role: We are offering an exciting opportunity to begin your engineering career within a friendly, supportive, multi disciplinary Property Services team of over 300 professionals. You will gain experience across Hampshire’s large and diverse property portfolio, including schools, offices, libraries, care homes and countryside sites. You will also have opportunities to visit construction sites for surveys, inspections and meetings, giving you a full understanding of how engineered solutions are implemented. By joining our team, you will be part of a dynamic environment that values innovation, continuous...

The role This is a unique opportunity to leverage your silicon design skills on cutting-edge technology. At Imagination Technologies, innovation is at the heart of everything we do. We create foundational building blocks for market-leading Graphics Processors, powering the next generation of mobile, smart, and connected technologies. As a Principal GPU HW Design Engineer, you’ll play a crucial role in designing, debugging, and optimising complex hardware modules to achieve superior performance, efficiency, and reliability. You will: Collaborate with design, verification, and validation teams to develop advanced silicon solutions. Prepare detailed microarchitecture design specifications and execution plans aligned with project goals. Perform in-depth analysis and optimization of complex circuits, balancing frequency speed, area, power, and performance. Participate in design reviews, providing insightful recommendations for improvement. Maintain and enhance the design...

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. Job Title – Process Senior Design Engineer (Drinking Water Biased) Location  – Can Be Based From; Warrington, Nottingham, Plymouth, Grangemouth, Cornwall, Bristol, Rickmansworth, Normanton or Stafford About Us Galliford Try is one of the UK’s most formidable construction businesses with an enviable track record of delivering schemes that strive to provide positive, lasting change for the communities we work in. As a FTSE organisation, we turnover £ billion and employ over people across three very successful Divisions; Building, Infrastructure and Specialist Services. As one of the UK’s top principal contractors you’ll have the opportunity to work on some of the...

Job Title – Process Principal Design Engineer (Drinking Water Biased) Location  – Warrington/Annesley/Plymouth/Grangemouth/Rickmansworth / Bristol/Stafford/Normanton/ Indian Queens (The role can be based out of any of these locations) About Us Galliford Try is one of the UK’s most formidable construction businesses with an enviable track record of delivering schemes that strive to provide positive, lasting change for the communities we work in. As a FTSE organisation, we turnover £ billion and employ over people across three very successful Divisions; Building, Infrastructure and Specialist Services. As one of the UK’s top principal contractors you’ll have the opportunity to work on some of the UK’s most exciting projects offering you stability as well as the chance to stretch your capabilities and realise long held career goals. You will be joining diverse teams working at a high professional level with exceptional levels of commitment.  Our Environment Business...

The Role As a Principal Engineer, you’ll lead the design assurance and as-built engineering activities across major HS2 work packages. You’ll play a key role in ensuring that constructed works are accurately captured, validated, and reflected in final design records, working closely with site teams, designers, and digital delivery specialists. Key Responsibilities Lead the review and validation of as-built designs across heavy civils packages (earthworks, structures, drainage, etc.) Provide technical oversight and assurance to ensure compliance with HS2 standards and specifications Coordinate with construction and site teams to resolve design discrepancies and engineering challenges Support the production of as-built models, drawings, and engineering documentation Mentor and guide junior engineers and contribute to technical best practice Engage with stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely information handover What We’re Looking For Chartered Engineer...

The Role As a Principal Engineer, you’ll lead the design assurance and as-built engineering activities across major HS2 work packages. You’ll play a key role in ensuring that constructed works are accurately captured, validated, and reflected in final design records, working closely with site teams, designers, and digital delivery specialists. Key Responsibilities Lead the review and validation of as-built designs across heavy civils packages (earthworks, structures, drainage, etc.) Provide technical oversight and assurance to ensure compliance with HS2 standards and specifications Coordinate with construction and site teams to resolve design discrepancies and engineering challenges Support the production of as-built models, drawings, and engineering documentation Mentor and guide junior engineers and contribute to technical best practice Engage with stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely information handover What We’re Looking For Chartered Engineer...

Job Description Principal FPGA Design Engineer Wotton under Edge Hybrid (3 days office based) up to £90,000 Depending on experience Renishaw’s Encoder Products Division (EPD) designs and supplies cutting-edge position feedback technology to the world’s precision measurement, automation, and manufacturing industries. It is highly likely that something you own contains a part or device that was manufactured with the help of one of Renishaw’s encoder products. EPD is made up of engineers, scientists and technicians all working together to produce market leading products for sale around the world. We start with cutting edge optical, algorithm and circuit design, developing our own ASICs and sensors where required; we then use innovative mechanical engineering to turn our core technology into a range of desirable products for our broad customer base. Working closely with colleagues in our manufacturing division, we develop manufacturing and assembly processes and...