We're working with a major client delivering Britain's high-speed rail infrastructure programme, and we're recruiting a Lead Project Engineer to lead the technical delivery and assurance of the NICC (National Infrastructure Control Centre) Building project. This is a leadership role. You'll be responsible for the progressive risk-based technical assurance of the NICC building design, construction and handover into operations. You're the strategic link between the client's technical requirements and what the supply chain delivers, ensuring the NICC building is built to specification, on time and operational. You'll combine deep technical knowledge of mission-critical building systems and infrastructure with the ability to lead across complex interfaces. You'll manage the technical coordination between multiple contractors, ensure CDM Principal Designer duties are discharged properly, and translate complex technical challenges into clear solutions. Your work ensures the NICC building meets all regulatory, operational and integration requirements. What You'll Be Doing Lead the risk-based technical assurance of NICC building design, construction and commissioning, reviewing and approving technical deliverables against client requirements and standards Discharge the duties of Principal Designer Representative and NEC Supervisor under CDM 2015, managing coordination and interface assurance across contractors Accept that design, construction and commissioning comply with technical, sponsor and regulatory requirements before handover to operations Manage technical coordination and integration between NICC building contractors and other interfacing systems and infrastructure Communicate client engineering requirements to contractors and respond to technical queries, providing clear guidance on design solutions Lead engagement on environmental, planning and consenting deliverables with relevant teams Work with commercial and project managers on cost and schedule impacts, identifying risks and mitigation strategies Support the Head of Engineering with internal and external reporting on technical progress and risk management Actively manage and communicate engineering issues and changes affecting the NICC building delivery Provide technical direction on design solutions, promoting best practice engineering techniques that drive consistency and efficiency What We're Looking For You're a senior engineer or programme manager with substantial hands-on experience leading the delivery of mission-critical facilities at scale. You might come from data centre, control centre, telecommunications hub or similar critical infrastructure backgrounds. You understand the technical complexity of buildings designed for continuous operations with high availability and resilience requirements. You have experience managing multi-disciplinary engineering, mechanical, electrical, HVAC and building systems integration on large complex projects at 100m+ scale. You understand CDM 2015 and have undertaken or directly supported Principal Designer duties. You've worked with NEC contracts and understand supervision responsibilities. You've managed competing project and engineering demands with cost and schedule implications. You're comfortable with digital engineering tools and building information management systems. You have the leadership capability to influence across disciplines and work effectively with multiple contractors. You can communicate technical complexity clearly to senior stakeholders and contractors. You're pragmatic about balancing technical rigour with delivery timescales. You understand what it takes to deliver critical infrastructure buildings that function reliably from day one. The Position Location: Birmingham or London, flexible between both sites Contract: Full-time, permanent role What's involved: You'll work closely with contractors, internal engineering teams, commercial and project managers. The role requires technical authority and the confidence to challenge designs when standards are at risk. You'll interface regularly with supply chain partners and senior client stakeholders. You'll manage a team of approximately one to two Senior Project Engineers.
Jun 19, 2026
Full time
We're working with a major client delivering Britain's high-speed rail infrastructure programme, and we're recruiting a Lead Project Engineer to lead the technical delivery and assurance of the NICC (National Infrastructure Control Centre) Building project. This is a leadership role. You'll be responsible for the progressive risk-based technical assurance of the NICC building design, construction and handover into operations. You're the strategic link between the client's technical requirements and what the supply chain delivers, ensuring the NICC building is built to specification, on time and operational. You'll combine deep technical knowledge of mission-critical building systems and infrastructure with the ability to lead across complex interfaces. You'll manage the technical coordination between multiple contractors, ensure CDM Principal Designer duties are discharged properly, and translate complex technical challenges into clear solutions. Your work ensures the NICC building meets all regulatory, operational and integration requirements. What You'll Be Doing Lead the risk-based technical assurance of NICC building design, construction and commissioning, reviewing and approving technical deliverables against client requirements and standards Discharge the duties of Principal Designer Representative and NEC Supervisor under CDM 2015, managing coordination and interface assurance across contractors Accept that design, construction and commissioning comply with technical, sponsor and regulatory requirements before handover to operations Manage technical coordination and integration between NICC building contractors and other interfacing systems and infrastructure Communicate client engineering requirements to contractors and respond to technical queries, providing clear guidance on design solutions Lead engagement on environmental, planning and consenting deliverables with relevant teams Work with commercial and project managers on cost and schedule impacts, identifying risks and mitigation strategies Support the Head of Engineering with internal and external reporting on technical progress and risk management Actively manage and communicate engineering issues and changes affecting the NICC building delivery Provide technical direction on design solutions, promoting best practice engineering techniques that drive consistency and efficiency What We're Looking For You're a senior engineer or programme manager with substantial hands-on experience leading the delivery of mission-critical facilities at scale. You might come from data centre, control centre, telecommunications hub or similar critical infrastructure backgrounds. You understand the technical complexity of buildings designed for continuous operations with high availability and resilience requirements. You have experience managing multi-disciplinary engineering, mechanical, electrical, HVAC and building systems integration on large complex projects at 100m+ scale. You understand CDM 2015 and have undertaken or directly supported Principal Designer duties. You've worked with NEC contracts and understand supervision responsibilities. You've managed competing project and engineering demands with cost and schedule implications. You're comfortable with digital engineering tools and building information management systems. You have the leadership capability to influence across disciplines and work effectively with multiple contractors. You can communicate technical complexity clearly to senior stakeholders and contractors. You're pragmatic about balancing technical rigour with delivery timescales. You understand what it takes to deliver critical infrastructure buildings that function reliably from day one. The Position Location: Birmingham or London, flexible between both sites Contract: Full-time, permanent role What's involved: You'll work closely with contractors, internal engineering teams, commercial and project managers. The role requires technical authority and the confidence to challenge designs when standards are at risk. You'll interface regularly with supply chain partners and senior client stakeholders. You'll manage a team of approximately one to two Senior Project Engineers.
What Are We Looking For Following continued success, our Treatment Solutions team in Muir of Ord are looking for a Production Project Engineer with a keen interest in project delivery to join us on a permanent basis. You will be responsible for the delivery of projects and manage the performance of projects end-to-end, whilst working with our internal stakeholders to ensure client needs are met. This position would ideally suit someone with the ambition to take on challenges and deliver results, with the support of an experienced team. You ll be afforded the opportunity to be at the forefront of engaging with clients for our various frameworks, as well as benefit from access to an in-house design team to provide technical solutions in real-time. Some Of Your Key Duties Include: Project liaison from enquiry stage to final acceptance and documentation, meeting with Clients as required to discuss specific requirements and carry out site surveys as required. Instructing, directing, controlling and allocating work to Trade Operatives & Apprentices, with attention to quality, productivity and safety. Ensure all technical information is available when required for the delivery of design and/or construction. Interpret and check drawings, specifications and schedules for all activities, directing works accordingly & prepare final documentation (As Built Drawings etc.). Early Identification and resolution of non-conformance within both the design and construction phase Manage the design of systems and products, ensuring alignment with design specifications and technical aspects. Completion of contract documents Management of Project Quality deliverables and procedures ensuring compliance with Internal and Client Quality Systems. Input to Tender, design and construction programmes including progress updates and reporting. Subcontractor liaison, management including tender specification, quotation and H&S documentation review and appraisal. Preparation of Construction Phase Health and Safety Plans for projects with Principal Contractor responsibility under CDM. What Do You Need? Qualification to degree / HND/ HNC in Engineering Systems. Good time management, with the ability to multitask, plan and organise day to day workloads within a busy environment. Good communication skills in both verbal and written communication and ability to follow, interpret and explain technical instructions. Knowledge of the tools, equipment, and materials common to all engineering trades, particularly Mechanical, Electrical and Civil Engineering. Driven, with an ability to work individually and with teams under your direction. Innovative thinking, with and ability to learn, understand, and apply new technologies. Ability to effectively prioritise and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment. Full UK Driving Licence. Who Are We? RSE is a trusted clean water technology company, developing market leading products and solutions for purifying drinking water, recycling wastewater and cleaning water in industrial processes. We are disrupting the water sector, delivering water treatment products, technologies, and services to clients across the UK. RSE provides offsite modular build solutions using a low-carbon approach compared to traditional construction methods and our unique offering to the market focuses on innovation, efficiency, and excellence. Established in 1982, RSE has grown into one of the most prominent MEICA engineering businesses in the UK water industry. We have created a complete in-house and full-service capability from project inception through to design, fabrication, and delivery by means of installation and commissioning. We additionally have one of the largest servicing and maintenance teams in the market, to ensure we re on hand for all our clients needs. Our service offering presents industry-leading innovative solutions and our dedicated staff play a key role in delivering our sustainability and wider business goals. With over 2000 staff across our group of companies, our strategic ambition will see the business continue to grow as we expand our operations and diversify our products. One of RSE s key focuses is driving servant leadership and giving our people the opportunity and responsibility to take an entrepreneurial approach in their career development. What RSE Offer To build successful teams and drive the level of quality that RSE is renowned for, we know we need the best people in the industry. Not only do we require the relevant skillsets, but we also need people with the right attitude and mentality to thrive and grow in an innovative and fast-paced environment. At RSE, you ll be given every opportunity to set the path of your own career through our Business Streams and work within dynamic teams that will require you to rise to the challenge of working for a market leader. Industry-leading salary based on your experience. A flexible career development path, with no restrictions on where your career can go. Holiday Allowance of 31 days per year, rising to 33 days per year after 2 years service. Holiday Buy / Sell Scheme Company Pension Scheme Cycle to Work Discounted National Gym Membership Professional Fees Paid Employee Discount Platform EV/Hybrid Car Lease Scheme Access to our network of health professionals including mental health champions and Occupational Health Nurse. In a flourishing sector where there are vast career opportunities available, we believe by leading transformation in the industry our offering to the market means our people have the space to thrive. If you re interested in a career with a company that will harness your skills and provide you with the support to create your own future within the water industry, apply now.
Jun 19, 2026
Full time
What Are We Looking For Following continued success, our Treatment Solutions team in Muir of Ord are looking for a Production Project Engineer with a keen interest in project delivery to join us on a permanent basis. You will be responsible for the delivery of projects and manage the performance of projects end-to-end, whilst working with our internal stakeholders to ensure client needs are met. This position would ideally suit someone with the ambition to take on challenges and deliver results, with the support of an experienced team. You ll be afforded the opportunity to be at the forefront of engaging with clients for our various frameworks, as well as benefit from access to an in-house design team to provide technical solutions in real-time. Some Of Your Key Duties Include: Project liaison from enquiry stage to final acceptance and documentation, meeting with Clients as required to discuss specific requirements and carry out site surveys as required. Instructing, directing, controlling and allocating work to Trade Operatives & Apprentices, with attention to quality, productivity and safety. Ensure all technical information is available when required for the delivery of design and/or construction. Interpret and check drawings, specifications and schedules for all activities, directing works accordingly & prepare final documentation (As Built Drawings etc.). Early Identification and resolution of non-conformance within both the design and construction phase Manage the design of systems and products, ensuring alignment with design specifications and technical aspects. Completion of contract documents Management of Project Quality deliverables and procedures ensuring compliance with Internal and Client Quality Systems. Input to Tender, design and construction programmes including progress updates and reporting. Subcontractor liaison, management including tender specification, quotation and H&S documentation review and appraisal. Preparation of Construction Phase Health and Safety Plans for projects with Principal Contractor responsibility under CDM. What Do You Need? Qualification to degree / HND/ HNC in Engineering Systems. Good time management, with the ability to multitask, plan and organise day to day workloads within a busy environment. Good communication skills in both verbal and written communication and ability to follow, interpret and explain technical instructions. Knowledge of the tools, equipment, and materials common to all engineering trades, particularly Mechanical, Electrical and Civil Engineering. Driven, with an ability to work individually and with teams under your direction. Innovative thinking, with and ability to learn, understand, and apply new technologies. Ability to effectively prioritise and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment. Full UK Driving Licence. Who Are We? RSE is a trusted clean water technology company, developing market leading products and solutions for purifying drinking water, recycling wastewater and cleaning water in industrial processes. We are disrupting the water sector, delivering water treatment products, technologies, and services to clients across the UK. RSE provides offsite modular build solutions using a low-carbon approach compared to traditional construction methods and our unique offering to the market focuses on innovation, efficiency, and excellence. Established in 1982, RSE has grown into one of the most prominent MEICA engineering businesses in the UK water industry. We have created a complete in-house and full-service capability from project inception through to design, fabrication, and delivery by means of installation and commissioning. We additionally have one of the largest servicing and maintenance teams in the market, to ensure we re on hand for all our clients needs. Our service offering presents industry-leading innovative solutions and our dedicated staff play a key role in delivering our sustainability and wider business goals. With over 2000 staff across our group of companies, our strategic ambition will see the business continue to grow as we expand our operations and diversify our products. One of RSE s key focuses is driving servant leadership and giving our people the opportunity and responsibility to take an entrepreneurial approach in their career development. What RSE Offer To build successful teams and drive the level of quality that RSE is renowned for, we know we need the best people in the industry. Not only do we require the relevant skillsets, but we also need people with the right attitude and mentality to thrive and grow in an innovative and fast-paced environment. At RSE, you ll be given every opportunity to set the path of your own career through our Business Streams and work within dynamic teams that will require you to rise to the challenge of working for a market leader. Industry-leading salary based on your experience. A flexible career development path, with no restrictions on where your career can go. Holiday Allowance of 31 days per year, rising to 33 days per year after 2 years service. Holiday Buy / Sell Scheme Company Pension Scheme Cycle to Work Discounted National Gym Membership Professional Fees Paid Employee Discount Platform EV/Hybrid Car Lease Scheme Access to our network of health professionals including mental health champions and Occupational Health Nurse. In a flourishing sector where there are vast career opportunities available, we believe by leading transformation in the industry our offering to the market means our people have the space to thrive. If you re interested in a career with a company that will harness your skills and provide you with the support to create your own future within the water industry, apply now.
Principal Electrical Design Engineer Leeds Full-Time 40,000 - 50,000 + Benefits Overview My client is a well-established Building Services Consultancy, renowned for delivering high-quality mechanical and electrical design solutions across a diverse range of sectors throughout the UK. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a talented and experienced Principal Electrical Design Engineer to join their dynamic team in the Leeds office. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on a variety of innovative projects, with a clear pathway towards achieving Chartered Engineer status. If you are passionate about electrical design and thrive in a collaborative environment, we would love to hear from you. Benefits Clear and structured support towards Chartered Engineer status A supportive and collaborative working environment Exposure to a varied and exciting project portfolio Excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development Competitive salary and benefits package Day-to-Day Responsibilities Designing and developing electrical systems for a variety of building projects Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful project delivery Conducting technical analysis and preparing detailed reports Attending meetings with clients and stakeholders to discuss project progress and requirements Ensuring compliance with current industry standards and regulations Supporting the delivery of sustainable and energy-efficient design solutions Key Responsibilities Produce electrical building services designs across a broad range of projects Oversee project delivery from concept through to completion Prepare technical drawings, specifications, and calculations Coordinate with clients, architects, contractors, and internal design teams Attend project and client meetings, providing technical expertise and leadership Ensure all designs comply with current regulations and best practices Support and mentor junior engineers where required Required Skills & Experience Minimum 3 years' experience within Electrical Building Services Engineering Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline Strong technical knowledge of building services design principles Proficiency in: Revit Dialux AutoCAD Bluebeam Excellent communication and teamwork skills Ambition to progress towards Chartered Engineer status Desirable Experience Experience within the following sectors would be advantageous: Education Healthcare However, candidates from all project backgrounds are encouraged to apply. If you are an experienced Electrical Design Engineer looking to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion.
Jun 19, 2026
Full time
Principal Electrical Design Engineer Leeds Full-Time 40,000 - 50,000 + Benefits Overview My client is a well-established Building Services Consultancy, renowned for delivering high-quality mechanical and electrical design solutions across a diverse range of sectors throughout the UK. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a talented and experienced Principal Electrical Design Engineer to join their dynamic team in the Leeds office. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on a variety of innovative projects, with a clear pathway towards achieving Chartered Engineer status. If you are passionate about electrical design and thrive in a collaborative environment, we would love to hear from you. Benefits Clear and structured support towards Chartered Engineer status A supportive and collaborative working environment Exposure to a varied and exciting project portfolio Excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development Competitive salary and benefits package Day-to-Day Responsibilities Designing and developing electrical systems for a variety of building projects Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful project delivery Conducting technical analysis and preparing detailed reports Attending meetings with clients and stakeholders to discuss project progress and requirements Ensuring compliance with current industry standards and regulations Supporting the delivery of sustainable and energy-efficient design solutions Key Responsibilities Produce electrical building services designs across a broad range of projects Oversee project delivery from concept through to completion Prepare technical drawings, specifications, and calculations Coordinate with clients, architects, contractors, and internal design teams Attend project and client meetings, providing technical expertise and leadership Ensure all designs comply with current regulations and best practices Support and mentor junior engineers where required Required Skills & Experience Minimum 3 years' experience within Electrical Building Services Engineering Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline Strong technical knowledge of building services design principles Proficiency in: Revit Dialux AutoCAD Bluebeam Excellent communication and teamwork skills Ambition to progress towards Chartered Engineer status Desirable Experience Experience within the following sectors would be advantageous: Education Healthcare However, candidates from all project backgrounds are encouraged to apply. If you are an experienced Electrical Design Engineer looking to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion.
Principal Mechanical Design Engineer - Near Edinburgh (Hybrid) Lorien is supporting their longstanding, highly regarded and Scottish-born client in the search for a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to join its product development team. This is a senior-ranking opportunity for someone who enjoys leading complex design work, shaping technical direction, and working across multidisciplinary projects in a precision-led environment. Role Outline Provide technical leadership on complex mechanical design projects including new technologies and product improvements from concept through to release. Set direction on design approach, lead system-level architecture, and embed engineering best practice across the wider team. Work closely with colleagues across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain to deliver robust solutions. Support prototype development, testing, and product validation activities. Lead design reviews, problem-solving activities, and continuous improvement initiatives. Oversee technical documentation, drawings, and engineering standards to ensure quality and compliance. Use analysis, modelling, and experimental data to guide design decisions. Mentor other engineers and contribute to capability building within the team. Help shape future development plans by contributing ideas for new technology and product improvement. What they're looking for A strong background in mechanical design within a complex engineering environment, including system-level architecture, technical strategies and approaches. Degree-qualified/equivalent industry record in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline. Record of leading technically challenging projects involving multiple stakeholders and disciplines. Strong understanding of CAD, engineering drawings, tolerance control, and Design for Manufacture/DfX principles. Confidence in validation, testing, root cause analysis, and structured problem solving. The ability to influence technical decisions, support others, and communicate effectively at all levels. Exposure to regulated, high-specification, or precision engineering environments would be advantageous. A proactive mindset with a focus on quality, continuous improvement, and delivering practical engineering solutions. Conclusion This is an excellent opportunity to join an established business where you can make a genuine impact at a senior level. If you're looking for a role that combines hands-on engineering depth with technical leadership and cross-functional influence, we'd be keen to hear from you. In return, you'll join a supportive organisation well versed in keeping their staff happy plus a generous bonus scheme, hybrid working model plus flexible start/finish times, annual salary reviews, plenty of opportunities to upskill and progress professionally, and a range of other benefits (that they've recently added to again) designed with employee happiness in mind. Apply with your latest CV for immediate consideration. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Jun 18, 2026
Full time
Principal Mechanical Design Engineer - Near Edinburgh (Hybrid) Lorien is supporting their longstanding, highly regarded and Scottish-born client in the search for a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to join its product development team. This is a senior-ranking opportunity for someone who enjoys leading complex design work, shaping technical direction, and working across multidisciplinary projects in a precision-led environment. Role Outline Provide technical leadership on complex mechanical design projects including new technologies and product improvements from concept through to release. Set direction on design approach, lead system-level architecture, and embed engineering best practice across the wider team. Work closely with colleagues across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain to deliver robust solutions. Support prototype development, testing, and product validation activities. Lead design reviews, problem-solving activities, and continuous improvement initiatives. Oversee technical documentation, drawings, and engineering standards to ensure quality and compliance. Use analysis, modelling, and experimental data to guide design decisions. Mentor other engineers and contribute to capability building within the team. Help shape future development plans by contributing ideas for new technology and product improvement. What they're looking for A strong background in mechanical design within a complex engineering environment, including system-level architecture, technical strategies and approaches. Degree-qualified/equivalent industry record in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline. Record of leading technically challenging projects involving multiple stakeholders and disciplines. Strong understanding of CAD, engineering drawings, tolerance control, and Design for Manufacture/DfX principles. Confidence in validation, testing, root cause analysis, and structured problem solving. The ability to influence technical decisions, support others, and communicate effectively at all levels. Exposure to regulated, high-specification, or precision engineering environments would be advantageous. A proactive mindset with a focus on quality, continuous improvement, and delivering practical engineering solutions. Conclusion This is an excellent opportunity to join an established business where you can make a genuine impact at a senior level. If you're looking for a role that combines hands-on engineering depth with technical leadership and cross-functional influence, we'd be keen to hear from you. In return, you'll join a supportive organisation well versed in keeping their staff happy plus a generous bonus scheme, hybrid working model plus flexible start/finish times, annual salary reviews, plenty of opportunities to upskill and progress professionally, and a range of other benefits (that they've recently added to again) designed with employee happiness in mind. Apply with your latest CV for immediate consideration. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
PRINCIPAL DESIGN MANAGER - WATER SECTORLocation: Birmingham / TamworthSalary: £70,000 - £85,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Design Manager to take technical leadership across water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Principal Design Manager role offers real influence, client exposure and the chance to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering complex framework projects. A growing engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Design Manager to lead the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. As a Principal Design Manager, you will provide technical leadership across civil, mechanical, electrical and process engineering teams while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest technical standards. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With this level of flexibility, candidates based across Birmingham, the Midlands, North West, Yorkshire or London are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities Lead design delivery across a portfolio of water non-infrastructure projects Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines Develop and manage design programmes across multiple projects Review and approve design deliverables to ensure compliance with industry standards and client specifications Act as the primary design interface with the water utility client Support project managers with budgets, resources and design risk management Mentor engineers and design leads within the team About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership Strong experience within the UK water sector Proven experience delivering design programmes across multiple projects Strong understanding of UK design standards, CDM regulations and water industry specifications Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Why Apply This Principal Design Manager position offers a salary of £70,000 - £85,000 and the opportunity to play a leading role in delivering high profile water sector projects within a growing consultancy. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
Jun 18, 2026
Full time
PRINCIPAL DESIGN MANAGER - WATER SECTORLocation: Birmingham / TamworthSalary: £70,000 - £85,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Design Manager to take technical leadership across water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Principal Design Manager role offers real influence, client exposure and the chance to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering complex framework projects. A growing engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Design Manager to lead the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. As a Principal Design Manager, you will provide technical leadership across civil, mechanical, electrical and process engineering teams while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest technical standards. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With this level of flexibility, candidates based across Birmingham, the Midlands, North West, Yorkshire or London are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities Lead design delivery across a portfolio of water non-infrastructure projects Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines Develop and manage design programmes across multiple projects Review and approve design deliverables to ensure compliance with industry standards and client specifications Act as the primary design interface with the water utility client Support project managers with budgets, resources and design risk management Mentor engineers and design leads within the team About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership Strong experience within the UK water sector Proven experience delivering design programmes across multiple projects Strong understanding of UK design standards, CDM regulations and water industry specifications Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Why Apply This Principal Design Manager position offers a salary of £70,000 - £85,000 and the opportunity to play a leading role in delivering high profile water sector projects within a growing consultancy. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
Principal Mechanical Design Engineer - Mission Critical (Data Centres) Location: London (with flexibility across Europe) An established, forward-thinking engineering and architecture consultancy is expanding its mission-critical capability, with a focus on delivering large-scale, high-performance data centre projects across Europe. This is an exciting opportunity for a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to take a leading role in shaping this offering-working closely with senior leadership to define design standards, influence strategy, and help build a high-performing team. The Role You will be responsible for leading the mechanical design of complex data centre projects, ensuring innovative, efficient, and resilient solutions across the full design lifecycle. This is a senior, client-facing role combining technical leadership, project oversight, and team development, with a strong emphasis on modern cooling strategies and mission-critical system performance. Key Responsibilities Lead mechanical design delivery for large-scale data centre developments Act as a key client interface, supporting early-stage design discussions and brief development Drive the mechanical design strategy, including cooling approaches, redundancy, and uptime performance Manage and coordinate complex design programmes (e.g. multi-discipline drawing packages) Work closely with electrical and BMS teams to ensure fully integrated M&E solutions Oversee downstream design delivery in collaboration with engineering teams Champion modern data centre cooling technologies, including energy-efficient and low-carbon approaches Liaise with specialist data centre teams to review progress, performance, and design evolution Collaborate with architectural and structural teams in a multidisciplinary environment Support the growth of the business unit, including recruitment and mentoring of engineers About You Proven experience at Principal or Lead Mechanical Engineer level Strong background in data centre or mission-critical mechanical design In-depth understanding of: Data centre cooling strategies (air and liquid cooling, free cooling, etc.) Resilience, redundancy, and uptime requirements Integration with electrical systems and BMS platforms Experience managing complex design programmes and coordinating multidisciplinary teams Comfortable operating in a client-facing capacity, leading technical conversations and influencing design direction A collaborative and forward-thinking approach to engineering challenges The Opportunity Be part of a growing mission-critical team, helping shape its direction and capability Join a consultancy known for its modern approach and innovative mindset Work in a business that genuinely prioritises wellbeing and work-life balance Collaborate with senior leadership and industry experts in a highly supportive environment Contribute to the delivery of some of the most advanced data centre projects in Europe Process The interview process will involve: Initial discussion with senior leadership Follow-up technical and strategic interview Final meeting with wider leadership stakeholders
Jun 17, 2026
Full time
Principal Mechanical Design Engineer - Mission Critical (Data Centres) Location: London (with flexibility across Europe) An established, forward-thinking engineering and architecture consultancy is expanding its mission-critical capability, with a focus on delivering large-scale, high-performance data centre projects across Europe. This is an exciting opportunity for a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to take a leading role in shaping this offering-working closely with senior leadership to define design standards, influence strategy, and help build a high-performing team. The Role You will be responsible for leading the mechanical design of complex data centre projects, ensuring innovative, efficient, and resilient solutions across the full design lifecycle. This is a senior, client-facing role combining technical leadership, project oversight, and team development, with a strong emphasis on modern cooling strategies and mission-critical system performance. Key Responsibilities Lead mechanical design delivery for large-scale data centre developments Act as a key client interface, supporting early-stage design discussions and brief development Drive the mechanical design strategy, including cooling approaches, redundancy, and uptime performance Manage and coordinate complex design programmes (e.g. multi-discipline drawing packages) Work closely with electrical and BMS teams to ensure fully integrated M&E solutions Oversee downstream design delivery in collaboration with engineering teams Champion modern data centre cooling technologies, including energy-efficient and low-carbon approaches Liaise with specialist data centre teams to review progress, performance, and design evolution Collaborate with architectural and structural teams in a multidisciplinary environment Support the growth of the business unit, including recruitment and mentoring of engineers About You Proven experience at Principal or Lead Mechanical Engineer level Strong background in data centre or mission-critical mechanical design In-depth understanding of: Data centre cooling strategies (air and liquid cooling, free cooling, etc.) Resilience, redundancy, and uptime requirements Integration with electrical systems and BMS platforms Experience managing complex design programmes and coordinating multidisciplinary teams Comfortable operating in a client-facing capacity, leading technical conversations and influencing design direction A collaborative and forward-thinking approach to engineering challenges The Opportunity Be part of a growing mission-critical team, helping shape its direction and capability Join a consultancy known for its modern approach and innovative mindset Work in a business that genuinely prioritises wellbeing and work-life balance Collaborate with senior leadership and industry experts in a highly supportive environment Contribute to the delivery of some of the most advanced data centre projects in Europe Process The interview process will involve: Initial discussion with senior leadership Follow-up technical and strategic interview Final meeting with wider leadership stakeholders
PRINCIPAL DESIGN MANAGER - WATER NON-INFRASTRUCTURELocation: Leeds / TamworthSalary: £70,000 - £85,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Design Manager to take technical leadership across water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Principal Design Manager role offers real influence, client exposure and the chance to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering complex framework projects. A growing engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Design Manager to lead the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. As a Principal Design Manager, you will provide technical leadership across civil, mechanical, electrical and process engineering teams while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest technical standards. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With this level of flexibility, candidates based across Leeds, Yorkshire, the Midlands, North West or London are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities Lead design delivery across a portfolio of water non-infrastructure projects Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines Develop and manage design programmes across multiple projects Review and approve design deliverables to ensure compliance with industry standards and client specifications Act as the primary design interface with the water utility client Support project managers with budgets, resources and design risk management Mentor engineers and design leads within the team About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership Strong experience within the UK water sector Proven experience delivering design programmes across multiple projects Strong understanding of UK design standards, CDM regulations and water industry specifications Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Why Apply This Principal Design Manager position offers a salary of £70,000 - £85,000 and the opportunity to play a leading role in delivering high profile water sector projects within a growing consultancy. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
Jun 17, 2026
Full time
PRINCIPAL DESIGN MANAGER - WATER NON-INFRASTRUCTURELocation: Leeds / TamworthSalary: £70,000 - £85,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Design Manager to take technical leadership across water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Principal Design Manager role offers real influence, client exposure and the chance to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering complex framework projects. A growing engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Design Manager to lead the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. As a Principal Design Manager, you will provide technical leadership across civil, mechanical, electrical and process engineering teams while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest technical standards. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With this level of flexibility, candidates based across Leeds, Yorkshire, the Midlands, North West or London are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities Lead design delivery across a portfolio of water non-infrastructure projects Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines Develop and manage design programmes across multiple projects Review and approve design deliverables to ensure compliance with industry standards and client specifications Act as the primary design interface with the water utility client Support project managers with budgets, resources and design risk management Mentor engineers and design leads within the team About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership Strong experience within the UK water sector Proven experience delivering design programmes across multiple projects Strong understanding of UK design standards, CDM regulations and water industry specifications Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Why Apply This Principal Design Manager position offers a salary of £70,000 - £85,000 and the opportunity to play a leading role in delivering high profile water sector projects within a growing consultancy. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
Principal Electrical Design Engineer - Mission Critical (Data Centres) Location: London (with flexibility across Europe) An established, forward-thinking engineering and architecture consultancy is building out a new mission-critical business unit , focused on the delivery of large-scale, cutting-edge data centre projects across Europe. This is a rare opportunity for a Principal Electrical Design Engineer to play a key role in shaping and leading this capability from the ground up, working alongside senior leadership to define standards, build teams, and deliver high-performance infrastructure. The Role You will take a leading position in the development and delivery of modern data centre design , acting as both a technical authority and client-facing representative. This role combines strategic leadership, hands-on electrical design expertise, and programme oversight , with responsibility across the full project lifecycle-from concept through to detailed delivery. Key Responsibilities Lead electrical design for large-scale, mission-critical data centre projects Engage directly with clients, managing upstream conversations and design briefs Oversee design delivery downstream, coordinating with multidisciplinary engineering teams Drive the design formation process , including resilience strategies, uptime requirements, and redundancy concepts Manage complex design programmes (e.g. coordinating 100+ drawing packages across M&E disciplines) Work closely with mechanical counterparts (cooling, BMS, etc.) to ensure fully integrated solutions Liaise with existing data centre specialists to review progress and optimise project outputs Collaborate with structural and architectural teams within a broader design environment Support the growth of the team , including helping to recruit and develop M&E engineers About You Proven experience at Principal or Lead Electrical Engineer level Strong background in data centre or mission-critical infrastructure design Deep understanding of: Power resilience and redundancy in modern data centres Uptime classifications and mission-critical design principles Integration with modern cooling technologies and BMS systems Comfortable operating in a client-facing role , leading technical discussions and design strategy Experience managing complex design programmes and multidisciplinary teams A collaborative mindset, with the ability to work across engineering and architectural disciplines The Opportunity Join a modern, progressive consultancy with a strong reputation for innovation Be part of building a new capability area , with real influence on its direction and growth Work in a business that prioritises people, wellbeing, and work-life balance -where your time is respected Collaborate with highly experienced leadership in a supportive, open-minded culture Contribute to some of the most advanced data centre projects in Europe
Jun 17, 2026
Full time
Principal Electrical Design Engineer - Mission Critical (Data Centres) Location: London (with flexibility across Europe) An established, forward-thinking engineering and architecture consultancy is building out a new mission-critical business unit , focused on the delivery of large-scale, cutting-edge data centre projects across Europe. This is a rare opportunity for a Principal Electrical Design Engineer to play a key role in shaping and leading this capability from the ground up, working alongside senior leadership to define standards, build teams, and deliver high-performance infrastructure. The Role You will take a leading position in the development and delivery of modern data centre design , acting as both a technical authority and client-facing representative. This role combines strategic leadership, hands-on electrical design expertise, and programme oversight , with responsibility across the full project lifecycle-from concept through to detailed delivery. Key Responsibilities Lead electrical design for large-scale, mission-critical data centre projects Engage directly with clients, managing upstream conversations and design briefs Oversee design delivery downstream, coordinating with multidisciplinary engineering teams Drive the design formation process , including resilience strategies, uptime requirements, and redundancy concepts Manage complex design programmes (e.g. coordinating 100+ drawing packages across M&E disciplines) Work closely with mechanical counterparts (cooling, BMS, etc.) to ensure fully integrated solutions Liaise with existing data centre specialists to review progress and optimise project outputs Collaborate with structural and architectural teams within a broader design environment Support the growth of the team , including helping to recruit and develop M&E engineers About You Proven experience at Principal or Lead Electrical Engineer level Strong background in data centre or mission-critical infrastructure design Deep understanding of: Power resilience and redundancy in modern data centres Uptime classifications and mission-critical design principles Integration with modern cooling technologies and BMS systems Comfortable operating in a client-facing role , leading technical discussions and design strategy Experience managing complex design programmes and multidisciplinary teams A collaborative mindset, with the ability to work across engineering and architectural disciplines The Opportunity Join a modern, progressive consultancy with a strong reputation for innovation Be part of building a new capability area , with real influence on its direction and growth Work in a business that prioritises people, wellbeing, and work-life balance -where your time is respected Collaborate with highly experienced leadership in a supportive, open-minded culture Contribute to some of the most advanced data centre projects in Europe
PRINCIPAL DESIGN MANAGER - WATER NON-INFRASTRUCTURELocation: Leicester / TamworthSalary: £70,000 - £85,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Design Manager to take technical leadership across water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Principal Design Manager role offers real influence, client exposure and the chance to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering complex framework projects. A growing engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Design Manager to lead the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. As a Principal Design Manager, you will provide technical leadership across civil, mechanical, electrical and process engineering teams while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest technical standards. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With this level of flexibility, candidates based across Leicester, the Midlands, North West, Yorkshire or London are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities Lead design delivery across a portfolio of water non-infrastructure projects Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines Develop and manage design programmes across multiple projects Review and approve design deliverables to ensure compliance with industry standards and client specifications Act as the primary design interface with the water utility client Support project managers with budgets, resources and design risk management Mentor engineers and design leads within the team About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership Strong experience within the UK water sector Proven experience delivering design programmes across multiple projects Strong understanding of UK design standards, CDM regulations and water industry specifications Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Why Apply This Principal Design Manager position offers a salary of £70,000 - £85,000 and the opportunity to play a leading role in delivering high profile water sector projects within a growing consultancy. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
Jun 17, 2026
Full time
PRINCIPAL DESIGN MANAGER - WATER NON-INFRASTRUCTURELocation: Leicester / TamworthSalary: £70,000 - £85,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Design Manager to take technical leadership across water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Principal Design Manager role offers real influence, client exposure and the chance to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering complex framework projects. A growing engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Design Manager to lead the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. As a Principal Design Manager, you will provide technical leadership across civil, mechanical, electrical and process engineering teams while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest technical standards. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With this level of flexibility, candidates based across Leicester, the Midlands, North West, Yorkshire or London are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities Lead design delivery across a portfolio of water non-infrastructure projects Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines Develop and manage design programmes across multiple projects Review and approve design deliverables to ensure compliance with industry standards and client specifications Act as the primary design interface with the water utility client Support project managers with budgets, resources and design risk management Mentor engineers and design leads within the team About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership Strong experience within the UK water sector Proven experience delivering design programmes across multiple projects Strong understanding of UK design standards, CDM regulations and water industry specifications Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Why Apply This Principal Design Manager position offers a salary of £70,000 - £85,000 and the opportunity to play a leading role in delivering high profile water sector projects within a growing consultancy. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
PRINCIPAL DESIGN MANAGER - WATER NON-INFRASTRUCTURELocation: Sheffield / TamworthSalary: £70,000 - £85,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Design Manager to take technical leadership across water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Principal Design Manager role offers real influence, client exposure and the chance to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering complex framework projects. A growing engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Design Manager to lead the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. As a Principal Design Manager, you will provide technical leadership across civil, mechanical, electrical and process engineering teams while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest technical standards. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With this level of flexibility, candidates based across Sheffield, Yorkshire, the Midlands, North West or London are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities Lead design delivery across a portfolio of water non-infrastructure projects Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines Develop and manage design programmes across multiple projects Review and approve design deliverables to ensure compliance with industry standards and client specifications Act as the primary design interface with the water utility client Support project managers with budgets, resources and design risk management Mentor engineers and design leads within the team About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership Strong experience within the UK water sector Proven experience delivering design programmes across multiple projects Strong understanding of UK design standards, CDM regulations and water industry specifications Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Why Apply This Principal Design Manager position offers a salary of £70,000 - £85,000 and the opportunity to play a leading role in delivering high profile water sector projects within a growing consultancy. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
Jun 17, 2026
Full time
PRINCIPAL DESIGN MANAGER - WATER NON-INFRASTRUCTURELocation: Sheffield / TamworthSalary: £70,000 - £85,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Design Manager to take technical leadership across water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Principal Design Manager role offers real influence, client exposure and the chance to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering complex framework projects. A growing engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Design Manager to lead the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. As a Principal Design Manager, you will provide technical leadership across civil, mechanical, electrical and process engineering teams while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest technical standards. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With this level of flexibility, candidates based across Sheffield, Yorkshire, the Midlands, North West or London are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities Lead design delivery across a portfolio of water non-infrastructure projects Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines Develop and manage design programmes across multiple projects Review and approve design deliverables to ensure compliance with industry standards and client specifications Act as the primary design interface with the water utility client Support project managers with budgets, resources and design risk management Mentor engineers and design leads within the team About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership Strong experience within the UK water sector Proven experience delivering design programmes across multiple projects Strong understanding of UK design standards, CDM regulations and water industry specifications Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Why Apply This Principal Design Manager position offers a salary of £70,000 - £85,000 and the opportunity to play a leading role in delivering high profile water sector projects within a growing consultancy. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
PRINCIPAL DESIGN MANAGER - WATER NON-INFRASTRUCTURELocation: Nottingham / TamworthSalary: £70,000 - £85,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Design Manager to take technical leadership across water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Principal Design Manager role offers real influence, client exposure and the chance to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering complex framework projects. A growing engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Design Manager to lead the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. As a Principal Design Manager, you will provide technical leadership across civil, mechanical, electrical and process engineering teams while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest technical standards. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With this level of flexibility, candidates based across Nottingham, the Midlands, North West, Yorkshire or London are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities Lead design delivery across a portfolio of water non-infrastructure projects Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines Develop and manage design programmes across multiple projects Review and approve design deliverables to ensure compliance with industry standards and client specifications Act as the primary design interface with the water utility client Support project managers with budgets, resources and design risk management Mentor engineers and design leads within the team About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership Strong experience within the UK water sector Proven experience delivering design programmes across multiple projects Strong understanding of UK design standards, CDM regulations and water industry specifications Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Why Apply This Principal Design Manager position offers a salary of £70,000 - £85,000 and the opportunity to play a leading role in delivering high profile water sector projects within a growing consultancy. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
Jun 17, 2026
Full time
PRINCIPAL DESIGN MANAGER - WATER NON-INFRASTRUCTURELocation: Nottingham / TamworthSalary: £70,000 - £85,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Design Manager to take technical leadership across water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Principal Design Manager role offers real influence, client exposure and the chance to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering complex framework projects. A growing engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Design Manager to lead the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. As a Principal Design Manager, you will provide technical leadership across civil, mechanical, electrical and process engineering teams while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest technical standards. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With this level of flexibility, candidates based across Nottingham, the Midlands, North West, Yorkshire or London are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities Lead design delivery across a portfolio of water non-infrastructure projects Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines Develop and manage design programmes across multiple projects Review and approve design deliverables to ensure compliance with industry standards and client specifications Act as the primary design interface with the water utility client Support project managers with budgets, resources and design risk management Mentor engineers and design leads within the team About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership Strong experience within the UK water sector Proven experience delivering design programmes across multiple projects Strong understanding of UK design standards, CDM regulations and water industry specifications Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Why Apply This Principal Design Manager position offers a salary of £70,000 - £85,000 and the opportunity to play a leading role in delivering high profile water sector projects within a growing consultancy. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
Principal Embedded Software Engineer 70-85k + Bonus Cambridge This is an opportunity to join a market-leading communications technology company developing mission-critical comms systems. You will take technical ownership of embedded application software development across Linux and Android platforms, helping deliver the next generation of technology that underpins secure communications. Responsibilities: Designing, developing and testing embedded application software across Embedded Linux and Android platforms. Leading software component activities including architecture, task planning, technical reviews and integration testing. Developing new application features whilst maintaining and enhancing existing software components. Translating complex telecommunications specifications (ETSI, 3GPP, RFCs) into robust software solutions. Requirements: 10+ years' commercial software development experience delivering released embedded Linux and Android products. Strong C development experience within embedded Linux user-space environments. Commercial Android application development experience using Java and modern application architectures. Solid understanding of RTOS concepts and embedded software systems. Experience applying Test-Driven Development (TDD) methodologies within embedded and Android environments. Bonus Skills: Experience with ARM-based embedded platforms and multi-core systems. Familiarity with Agile / Scrum software development methodologies. Experience providing technical leadership on large, multi-disciplinary engineering projects. Apply now to join a highly respected engineering team developing critical communications technology relied upon by organisations around the world. Platform Recruitment: Platform Recruitment covers a wide range of IT and Engineering positions, including Embedded Software, Electronics, FPGA, Mechanical, C++, DevOps, Cloud, Technical Sales, Project Management and more.
Jun 17, 2026
Full time
Principal Embedded Software Engineer 70-85k + Bonus Cambridge This is an opportunity to join a market-leading communications technology company developing mission-critical comms systems. You will take technical ownership of embedded application software development across Linux and Android platforms, helping deliver the next generation of technology that underpins secure communications. Responsibilities: Designing, developing and testing embedded application software across Embedded Linux and Android platforms. Leading software component activities including architecture, task planning, technical reviews and integration testing. Developing new application features whilst maintaining and enhancing existing software components. Translating complex telecommunications specifications (ETSI, 3GPP, RFCs) into robust software solutions. Requirements: 10+ years' commercial software development experience delivering released embedded Linux and Android products. Strong C development experience within embedded Linux user-space environments. Commercial Android application development experience using Java and modern application architectures. Solid understanding of RTOS concepts and embedded software systems. Experience applying Test-Driven Development (TDD) methodologies within embedded and Android environments. Bonus Skills: Experience with ARM-based embedded platforms and multi-core systems. Familiarity with Agile / Scrum software development methodologies. Experience providing technical leadership on large, multi-disciplinary engineering projects. Apply now to join a highly respected engineering team developing critical communications technology relied upon by organisations around the world. Platform Recruitment: Platform Recruitment covers a wide range of IT and Engineering positions, including Embedded Software, Electronics, FPGA, Mechanical, C++, DevOps, Cloud, Technical Sales, Project Management and more.
Principal Systems Engineer- Isle of Wight (Onsite)- Up to 87,200 DOE + Bonus Shape the Future of Advanced Radar Technology Are you an experienced Systems Engineer looking to work on complex, cutting-edge technology that delivers real-world impact? We are seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to join a highly skilled, multidisciplinary engineering team responsible for the development and evolution of advanced systems. This is a unique opportunity to influence both current and next-generation products, helping to address emerging threats through innovative engineering solutions. Working across the full engineering lifecycle, you'll play a key role in system design, integration, verification and acceptance, while providing technical leadership and guidance to engineering teams. What You'll Be Doing Developing innovative solutions to complex technical challenges within advanced radar systems Applying Systems Engineering principles throughout the product development lifecycle Conducting system design analysis and managing technical trade-offs to optimise performance and capability Leading the decomposition and management of requirements using recognised engineering toolsets Acting as a technical focal point, providing leadership and guidance across engineering activities Collaborating with software, mechanical, electrical and specialist engineering teams to deliver integrated system solutions Leading system integration, verification and validation activities Defining acceptance strategies and demonstrating system performance against customer and operational requirements Supporting technical reviews and contributing to strategic engineering decisions What We're Looking For Essential Experience in Systems Design, Integration and Test Strong understanding of the engineering lifecycle from concept through to delivery Appreciation of multiple engineering disciplines, including software, electrical and mechanical engineering Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Experience presenting technical information to a variety of audiences Degree qualified (or equivalent) in an Engineering or Scientific discipline Interested? If you're a Systems Engineer looking for your next challenge and want to be part of a team developing world-class radar capabilities, we'd love to hear from you. Give Tor a call on (phone number removed)
Jun 17, 2026
Full time
Principal Systems Engineer- Isle of Wight (Onsite)- Up to 87,200 DOE + Bonus Shape the Future of Advanced Radar Technology Are you an experienced Systems Engineer looking to work on complex, cutting-edge technology that delivers real-world impact? We are seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to join a highly skilled, multidisciplinary engineering team responsible for the development and evolution of advanced systems. This is a unique opportunity to influence both current and next-generation products, helping to address emerging threats through innovative engineering solutions. Working across the full engineering lifecycle, you'll play a key role in system design, integration, verification and acceptance, while providing technical leadership and guidance to engineering teams. What You'll Be Doing Developing innovative solutions to complex technical challenges within advanced radar systems Applying Systems Engineering principles throughout the product development lifecycle Conducting system design analysis and managing technical trade-offs to optimise performance and capability Leading the decomposition and management of requirements using recognised engineering toolsets Acting as a technical focal point, providing leadership and guidance across engineering activities Collaborating with software, mechanical, electrical and specialist engineering teams to deliver integrated system solutions Leading system integration, verification and validation activities Defining acceptance strategies and demonstrating system performance against customer and operational requirements Supporting technical reviews and contributing to strategic engineering decisions What We're Looking For Essential Experience in Systems Design, Integration and Test Strong understanding of the engineering lifecycle from concept through to delivery Appreciation of multiple engineering disciplines, including software, electrical and mechanical engineering Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Experience presenting technical information to a variety of audiences Degree qualified (or equivalent) in an Engineering or Scientific discipline Interested? If you're a Systems Engineer looking for your next challenge and want to be part of a team developing world-class radar capabilities, we'd love to hear from you. Give Tor a call on (phone number removed)
What Are We Looking For? Our Chemical and Biological Treatment team is looking for a Project Manager to join the team in Dalgety Bay. You ll be responsible for the delivery of projects, or key elements within projects, and manage the performance of projects end-to-end. This will require supervision of operational sites and their delivery teams, including Project Engineers, Site Managers, Supervisors and Sub-Contractors. Some of Your Key Duties of the Role Include: Project liaison from enquiry stage to final acceptance and documentation. Meeting with clients to discuss specific requirements and carry out site surveys as required. Instructing, directing, controlling, and allocating work to Trade Operatives & Apprentices, with attention to quality, productivity and safety. Ensure all technical information is available when required for the delivery of design and/or construction. Management of Project Quality deliverables and procedures ensuring compliance with Internal and Client Quality Systems. Interpret and check drawings, specifications, and schedules for all activities. Directing works accordingly & preparing final documentation (As Built Drawings etc.). Early identification and resolution of non-conformance within both the design and construction phase. Development of Tender, Design and Construction Programmes and management of these programmes throughout the Project Lifecycle. Responsibility for project Change Management clear understanding of scope and early identification of change to implement the contractual mechanisms of Early Warnings and Compensation events for Extensions of Time or monetary claims. Financial Management of Projects including budget setting, Monthly forecasting and Profit / Loss responsibility. Manage the design of systems and products, ensuring alignment with design specifications and technical aspects. Procurement of goods and services Subcontractor engagement, liaison, tender specification, quotation and H&S documentation review and appraisal. Preparation and Management of Construction Phase Health and Safety Plans for Projects with Principal Contractor responsibility under CDM. Preparation of estimates and quotations. Completion of contract documents. Production of risk assessments and method statements. Management of health, safety, and environmental issues. What Do You Need? Qualification to degree / HND/ HNC level in Engineering or equivalent. Water industry experience preferred but other specialist engineering industries will be considered. Proven track record in Project Management, with an engineering or supervisory background. Knowledge of applicable Design Codes, Technical Standards, Regulations and Approved Codes of Practice. Good time management, with the ability to multitask, plan and organise day-to-day workloads within a busy environment. Can conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Good communication skills in both verbal and written communication with an ability to follow, interpret and explain technical instructions. Knowledge of the tools, equipment, and materials common to all engineering trades, particularly Mechanical, Electrical and Civil Engineering. Be persuasive, encouraging and motivating and be able to elicit co-operation from a wide variety of sources, including senior management, clients, and other departments. Good interpersonal skills with an ability to work with, lead and motivate others, and be able to bring projects to successful completion. Driven, with an ability to work individually and with teams under your direction. Innovative thinking, with an ability to learn, understand, and apply new technologies. Ability to effectively prioritise and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment. Electrical background preferred but not essential. Experience working with the NEC suite of contracts. Full UK Driving Licence Who Are We? RSE is a trusted clean water technology company, developing market-leading products and solutions for purifying drinking water, recycling wastewater, and cleaning water in industrial processes. We are disrupting the water sector, delivering water treatment products, technologies, and services to clients across the UK. RSE provides offsite modular build solutions using a low-carbon approach compared to traditional construction methods and our unique offering to the market focuses on innovation, efficiency, and excellence. Established in 1982, RSE has grown into one of the most prominent MEICA engineering businesses in the UK water industry. We have created a complete in-house and full-service capability from project inception through to design, fabrication, and delivery by means of installation and commissioning. We additionally have one of the largest servicing and maintenance teams in the market, to ensure we re on hand for all our clients needs. Our service offering presents industry-leading innovative solutions and our dedicated staff play a key role in delivering our sustainability and wider business goals. With over 2000 staff across our group of companies, our strategic ambition will see the business continue to grow as we expand our operations and diversify our products. One of RSE s key focuses is driving servant leadership and giving our people the opportunity and responsibility to take an entrepreneurial approach in their career development. What RSE Offer To build successful teams and drive the level of quality that RSE is renowned for, we know we need the best people in the industry. Not only do we require the relevant skillsets, but we also need people with the right attitude and mentality to thrive and grow in an innovative and fast-paced environment. At RSE, you ll be given every opportunity to set the path of your own career through our Business Streams and work within dynamic teams that will require you to rise to the challenge of working for a market leader. Industry-leading salary based on your experience. A flexible career development path, with no restrictions on where your career can go. Private Healthcare (Personal). Holiday Allowance of 31 days per year, rising to 33 days per year after 2 years service. Holiday Buy / Sell Scheme Company Pension Scheme Cycle to Work Discounted National Gym Membership Professional Fees Paid Employee Discount Platform EV/Hybrid Car Lease Scheme Access to our network of health professionals including mental health champions and Occupational Health Nurse. In a flourishing sector where there are vast career opportunities available, we believe by leading transformation in the industry our offering to the market means our people have the space to thrive. If you re interested in a career with a company that will harness your skills and provide you with the support to create your own future within the water industry, apply now
Jun 17, 2026
Full time
What Are We Looking For? Our Chemical and Biological Treatment team is looking for a Project Manager to join the team in Dalgety Bay. You ll be responsible for the delivery of projects, or key elements within projects, and manage the performance of projects end-to-end. This will require supervision of operational sites and their delivery teams, including Project Engineers, Site Managers, Supervisors and Sub-Contractors. Some of Your Key Duties of the Role Include: Project liaison from enquiry stage to final acceptance and documentation. Meeting with clients to discuss specific requirements and carry out site surveys as required. Instructing, directing, controlling, and allocating work to Trade Operatives & Apprentices, with attention to quality, productivity and safety. Ensure all technical information is available when required for the delivery of design and/or construction. Management of Project Quality deliverables and procedures ensuring compliance with Internal and Client Quality Systems. Interpret and check drawings, specifications, and schedules for all activities. Directing works accordingly & preparing final documentation (As Built Drawings etc.). Early identification and resolution of non-conformance within both the design and construction phase. Development of Tender, Design and Construction Programmes and management of these programmes throughout the Project Lifecycle. Responsibility for project Change Management clear understanding of scope and early identification of change to implement the contractual mechanisms of Early Warnings and Compensation events for Extensions of Time or monetary claims. Financial Management of Projects including budget setting, Monthly forecasting and Profit / Loss responsibility. Manage the design of systems and products, ensuring alignment with design specifications and technical aspects. Procurement of goods and services Subcontractor engagement, liaison, tender specification, quotation and H&S documentation review and appraisal. Preparation and Management of Construction Phase Health and Safety Plans for Projects with Principal Contractor responsibility under CDM. Preparation of estimates and quotations. Completion of contract documents. Production of risk assessments and method statements. Management of health, safety, and environmental issues. What Do You Need? Qualification to degree / HND/ HNC level in Engineering or equivalent. Water industry experience preferred but other specialist engineering industries will be considered. Proven track record in Project Management, with an engineering or supervisory background. Knowledge of applicable Design Codes, Technical Standards, Regulations and Approved Codes of Practice. Good time management, with the ability to multitask, plan and organise day-to-day workloads within a busy environment. Can conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Good communication skills in both verbal and written communication with an ability to follow, interpret and explain technical instructions. Knowledge of the tools, equipment, and materials common to all engineering trades, particularly Mechanical, Electrical and Civil Engineering. Be persuasive, encouraging and motivating and be able to elicit co-operation from a wide variety of sources, including senior management, clients, and other departments. Good interpersonal skills with an ability to work with, lead and motivate others, and be able to bring projects to successful completion. Driven, with an ability to work individually and with teams under your direction. Innovative thinking, with an ability to learn, understand, and apply new technologies. Ability to effectively prioritise and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment. Electrical background preferred but not essential. Experience working with the NEC suite of contracts. Full UK Driving Licence Who Are We? RSE is a trusted clean water technology company, developing market-leading products and solutions for purifying drinking water, recycling wastewater, and cleaning water in industrial processes. We are disrupting the water sector, delivering water treatment products, technologies, and services to clients across the UK. RSE provides offsite modular build solutions using a low-carbon approach compared to traditional construction methods and our unique offering to the market focuses on innovation, efficiency, and excellence. Established in 1982, RSE has grown into one of the most prominent MEICA engineering businesses in the UK water industry. We have created a complete in-house and full-service capability from project inception through to design, fabrication, and delivery by means of installation and commissioning. We additionally have one of the largest servicing and maintenance teams in the market, to ensure we re on hand for all our clients needs. Our service offering presents industry-leading innovative solutions and our dedicated staff play a key role in delivering our sustainability and wider business goals. With over 2000 staff across our group of companies, our strategic ambition will see the business continue to grow as we expand our operations and diversify our products. One of RSE s key focuses is driving servant leadership and giving our people the opportunity and responsibility to take an entrepreneurial approach in their career development. What RSE Offer To build successful teams and drive the level of quality that RSE is renowned for, we know we need the best people in the industry. Not only do we require the relevant skillsets, but we also need people with the right attitude and mentality to thrive and grow in an innovative and fast-paced environment. At RSE, you ll be given every opportunity to set the path of your own career through our Business Streams and work within dynamic teams that will require you to rise to the challenge of working for a market leader. Industry-leading salary based on your experience. A flexible career development path, with no restrictions on where your career can go. Private Healthcare (Personal). Holiday Allowance of 31 days per year, rising to 33 days per year after 2 years service. Holiday Buy / Sell Scheme Company Pension Scheme Cycle to Work Discounted National Gym Membership Professional Fees Paid Employee Discount Platform EV/Hybrid Car Lease Scheme Access to our network of health professionals including mental health champions and Occupational Health Nurse. In a flourishing sector where there are vast career opportunities available, we believe by leading transformation in the industry our offering to the market means our people have the space to thrive. If you re interested in a career with a company that will harness your skills and provide you with the support to create your own future within the water industry, apply now
Principal Mechanical Engineer Cardiff Up to 60,000 Overview A leading global engineering consultancy is looking for a Principal Mechanical Engineer to join their South Wales team. This is one of the most successful and profitable MEP teams within the wider business, built on a strong DfE framework position and a track record of repeat client work. The team collaborates closely with internal civils, structural, architectural, and sustainability colleagues, and increasingly takes on referrals through the QS and PM teams. Current workload spans education sector decarbonisation and net zero projects, Welsh healthcare frameworks, and semiconductor/high-tech industry work, with a deliberately diversified pipeline across sectors. The Business A world-class, multidisciplinary engineering consultancy with a strong regional presence in South Wales and national reach through framework agreements. The south Wales MEP team has grown significantly while maintaining a diversified project base across education, healthcare, and high-tech sectors, avoiding over-reliance on any single client or scheme. The Role You'll take ownership of client relationships from initial briefing through to delivery, producing mechanical specifications and equipment schedules, and carrying out heating, cooling, and ventilation calculations to support compliant, efficient designs. You'll work closely with the firm's Multi-disciplinary offering to add value across projects, represent the business confidently in front of clients and contractors, and take the lead on site surveys and progress reviews to ensure designs are delivered as intended. There's no expectation to bring in new work, though it wouldn't be turned away if it came through. The role carries real scope to step into a lead capacity within the mechanical design delivery team, mentor junior colleagues, and grow into broader project and budget responsibility as you progress. About You Degree qualified in Building Services Engineering or a related discipline Chartered (or working towards chartership) with CIBSE or IMechE CIBSE Low Carbon Consultant qualification desirable Comfortable using design tools such as IES, HEVACOMP, NBS, and Revit Experience in a design consultancy and/or contractor design environment Solid grasp of relevant technical standards Confident taking ownership of deliverables and operating proactively You'll thrive in a team that values quality and retention over volume, with genuine national and international relocation opportunities as your career develops within the wider business. Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business.
Jun 17, 2026
Full time
Principal Mechanical Engineer Cardiff Up to 60,000 Overview A leading global engineering consultancy is looking for a Principal Mechanical Engineer to join their South Wales team. This is one of the most successful and profitable MEP teams within the wider business, built on a strong DfE framework position and a track record of repeat client work. The team collaborates closely with internal civils, structural, architectural, and sustainability colleagues, and increasingly takes on referrals through the QS and PM teams. Current workload spans education sector decarbonisation and net zero projects, Welsh healthcare frameworks, and semiconductor/high-tech industry work, with a deliberately diversified pipeline across sectors. The Business A world-class, multidisciplinary engineering consultancy with a strong regional presence in South Wales and national reach through framework agreements. The south Wales MEP team has grown significantly while maintaining a diversified project base across education, healthcare, and high-tech sectors, avoiding over-reliance on any single client or scheme. The Role You'll take ownership of client relationships from initial briefing through to delivery, producing mechanical specifications and equipment schedules, and carrying out heating, cooling, and ventilation calculations to support compliant, efficient designs. You'll work closely with the firm's Multi-disciplinary offering to add value across projects, represent the business confidently in front of clients and contractors, and take the lead on site surveys and progress reviews to ensure designs are delivered as intended. There's no expectation to bring in new work, though it wouldn't be turned away if it came through. The role carries real scope to step into a lead capacity within the mechanical design delivery team, mentor junior colleagues, and grow into broader project and budget responsibility as you progress. About You Degree qualified in Building Services Engineering or a related discipline Chartered (or working towards chartership) with CIBSE or IMechE CIBSE Low Carbon Consultant qualification desirable Comfortable using design tools such as IES, HEVACOMP, NBS, and Revit Experience in a design consultancy and/or contractor design environment Solid grasp of relevant technical standards Confident taking ownership of deliverables and operating proactively You'll thrive in a team that values quality and retention over volume, with genuine national and international relocation opportunities as your career develops within the wider business. Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business.
Principal Systems Engineer (Mechanical/Electrical/Process Systems) Location: Hybrid - Derby Office attendance 2/3 days per week Contract Duration: 12 months Rate: £65 Per Hour Inside IR35 Are you a Systems Engineer with experience in mechanical, electrical, and process systems in highly regulated industries such as nuclear, aerospace, or defence? We are looking for a Principal Systems Engineer to join a dynamic contract team delivering defence and decommissioning projects. You will work in a fast- paced, technically challenging environment, bridging complex systems, leading interface management, and delivering robust, compliant solutions. Key Responsibilities Produce, manage, and verify system requirement specifications. Lead interface management across mechanical, electrical, and process systems. Define system architecture and perform functional and interface modelling. Work closely with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure system designs meet operational and regulatory requirements. Maintain and operate requirements management software (DOORS preferred). Apply Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools such as Capella (desirable). Essential Qualifications & Experience Degree in Engineering or STEM subject (or equivalent demonstrable experience). Experience in highly regulated industries - nuclear, aerospace, or defence. Strong foundation in mechanical or electrical engineering. Experience with systems thinking and systems engineering processes. Competence in producing technical documentation, managing system interfaces, and supporting design decisions. Desirable Skills Prior exposure to the nuclear sector. Systems Engineering qualifications/training. Practitioner experience with Rationale DOORS. Familiarity with MBSE and INCOSE/BS standards. Experience transitioning from core engineering into systems engineering roles. Please note that this role will require UK Security Clearance. Apply Now: Call Chloe on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) to take the next step in your career.
Jun 17, 2026
Contractor
Principal Systems Engineer (Mechanical/Electrical/Process Systems) Location: Hybrid - Derby Office attendance 2/3 days per week Contract Duration: 12 months Rate: £65 Per Hour Inside IR35 Are you a Systems Engineer with experience in mechanical, electrical, and process systems in highly regulated industries such as nuclear, aerospace, or defence? We are looking for a Principal Systems Engineer to join a dynamic contract team delivering defence and decommissioning projects. You will work in a fast- paced, technically challenging environment, bridging complex systems, leading interface management, and delivering robust, compliant solutions. Key Responsibilities Produce, manage, and verify system requirement specifications. Lead interface management across mechanical, electrical, and process systems. Define system architecture and perform functional and interface modelling. Work closely with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure system designs meet operational and regulatory requirements. Maintain and operate requirements management software (DOORS preferred). Apply Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools such as Capella (desirable). Essential Qualifications & Experience Degree in Engineering or STEM subject (or equivalent demonstrable experience). Experience in highly regulated industries - nuclear, aerospace, or defence. Strong foundation in mechanical or electrical engineering. Experience with systems thinking and systems engineering processes. Competence in producing technical documentation, managing system interfaces, and supporting design decisions. Desirable Skills Prior exposure to the nuclear sector. Systems Engineering qualifications/training. Practitioner experience with Rationale DOORS. Familiarity with MBSE and INCOSE/BS standards. Experience transitioning from core engineering into systems engineering roles. Please note that this role will require UK Security Clearance. Apply Now: Call Chloe on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) to take the next step in your career.
PRINCIPAL DESIGN MANAGER - WATER NON-INFRASTRUCTURELocation: Derby / TamworthSalary: £70,000 - £85,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Design Manager to take technical leadership across water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Principal Design Manager role offers real influence, client exposure and the chance to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering complex framework projects. A growing engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Design Manager to lead the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. As a Principal Design Manager, you will provide technical leadership across civil, mechanical, electrical and process engineering teams while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest technical standards. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With this level of flexibility, candidates based across Derby, the Midlands, North West, Yorkshire or London are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities Lead design delivery across a portfolio of water non-infrastructure projects Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines Develop and manage design programmes across multiple projects Review and approve design deliverables to ensure compliance with industry standards and client specifications Act as the primary design interface with the water utility client Support project managers with budgets, resources and design risk management Mentor engineers and design leads within the team About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership Strong experience within the UK water sector Proven experience delivering design programmes across multiple projects Strong understanding of UK design standards, CDM regulations and water industry specifications Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Why Apply This Principal Design Manager position offers a salary of £70,000 - £85,000 and the opportunity to play a leading role in delivering high profile water sector projects within a growing consultancy. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
Jun 17, 2026
Full time
PRINCIPAL DESIGN MANAGER - WATER NON-INFRASTRUCTURELocation: Derby / TamworthSalary: £70,000 - £85,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Design Manager to take technical leadership across water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Principal Design Manager role offers real influence, client exposure and the chance to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering complex framework projects. A growing engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Design Manager to lead the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. As a Principal Design Manager, you will provide technical leadership across civil, mechanical, electrical and process engineering teams while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest technical standards. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With this level of flexibility, candidates based across Derby, the Midlands, North West, Yorkshire or London are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities Lead design delivery across a portfolio of water non-infrastructure projects Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines Develop and manage design programmes across multiple projects Review and approve design deliverables to ensure compliance with industry standards and client specifications Act as the primary design interface with the water utility client Support project managers with budgets, resources and design risk management Mentor engineers and design leads within the team About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership Strong experience within the UK water sector Proven experience delivering design programmes across multiple projects Strong understanding of UK design standards, CDM regulations and water industry specifications Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Why Apply This Principal Design Manager position offers a salary of £70,000 - £85,000 and the opportunity to play a leading role in delivering high profile water sector projects within a growing consultancy. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
Safran Principal Systems Engineer Gloucester UK Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you-both in and out of work, including: Early finish on Fridays Competitive salary and annual bonus 25 days' holiday + bank holidays (option to buy/sell) Flexible working options Pension (matched up to 8%) and life assurance Professional development, ongoing training, mentoring Onsite amenities: parking, restaurant, bicycle storage, showers Family-friendly and accessible workplace policies Plus a wide range of flexible benefits of your choice! Safran - Here, we craft excellence together. At Safran, excellence is a journey - and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision We are looking for passionate individuals to join our Engineering team as a Assistant Principal Systems Engineer at our Gloucester site. Safran Landing Systems are a global leader in aircraft landing and braking systems, from commercial and business travel to military and defence fleets. Our expertise cover the entire life cycle of our products from end-to-end; OEM Design, Engineering & Manufacturing, through to Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO). At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone. We also know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, we encourage anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation. Your Role As a Principal Systems Engineer, you will ensure the successful development of aircraft landing gear systems-including structures, extension/retraction, hydraulics, and electrical harnesses-fully aligned with customer needs, regulatory requirements, and the Safran system development process. You will lead system development planning, requirements capture and analysis, validation and verification activities, and supplier management for equipment such as actuators, hydraulic hoses, and electrical harnessing. You will also provide leadership to junior and senior engineers within the team. Key responsibilities include: Supporting the definition of systems development plans aligned with Safran processes and ARP4754, in collaboration with the Systems Architecture Integration team. Ensuring adherence to systems development plans throughout the lifecycle. Managing requirements definition at system, sub system, and equipment levels-including customer, regulatory, and internal needs. Leading requirements validation from planning to documentation of validation evidence. Managing product verification, including planning, coordination of verification means, and documentation of verification evidence. Setting up and maintaining requirements management tools such as IBM DOORS Classic and DOORS NG. Producing systems engineering documentation including requirements, descriptions, validation/verification matrices, and DDP dossiers. Writing specifications for landing gear equipment (hydraulic actuators, hoses, electrical harnesses). Acting as a technical liaison with equipment suppliers. Providing technical leadership across the systems engineering team. What You'll Bring Essential Strong understanding of Systems Engineering principles, with experience in requirements management, validation, and verification Knowledge of complex aerospace systems Ability to lead and influence stakeholders, supported by strong communication and collaborative leadership skills Desirable Experience in mechanical engineering and hydraulics (actuators & hoses) Experience in electrical engineering Knowledge of airworthiness and certification requirements Familiarity with ARP4754 and ARP4761 Experience using IBM DOORS (Classic or NG) Knowledge of Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) Ability to review engineering documents such as reports, analyses, specifications, and requirements documentation Previous engineering signatory experience
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
Safran Principal Systems Engineer Gloucester UK Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you-both in and out of work, including: Early finish on Fridays Competitive salary and annual bonus 25 days' holiday + bank holidays (option to buy/sell) Flexible working options Pension (matched up to 8%) and life assurance Professional development, ongoing training, mentoring Onsite amenities: parking, restaurant, bicycle storage, showers Family-friendly and accessible workplace policies Plus a wide range of flexible benefits of your choice! Safran - Here, we craft excellence together. At Safran, excellence is a journey - and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision We are looking for passionate individuals to join our Engineering team as a Assistant Principal Systems Engineer at our Gloucester site. Safran Landing Systems are a global leader in aircraft landing and braking systems, from commercial and business travel to military and defence fleets. Our expertise cover the entire life cycle of our products from end-to-end; OEM Design, Engineering & Manufacturing, through to Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO). At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone. We also know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, we encourage anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation. Your Role As a Principal Systems Engineer, you will ensure the successful development of aircraft landing gear systems-including structures, extension/retraction, hydraulics, and electrical harnesses-fully aligned with customer needs, regulatory requirements, and the Safran system development process. You will lead system development planning, requirements capture and analysis, validation and verification activities, and supplier management for equipment such as actuators, hydraulic hoses, and electrical harnessing. You will also provide leadership to junior and senior engineers within the team. Key responsibilities include: Supporting the definition of systems development plans aligned with Safran processes and ARP4754, in collaboration with the Systems Architecture Integration team. Ensuring adherence to systems development plans throughout the lifecycle. Managing requirements definition at system, sub system, and equipment levels-including customer, regulatory, and internal needs. Leading requirements validation from planning to documentation of validation evidence. Managing product verification, including planning, coordination of verification means, and documentation of verification evidence. Setting up and maintaining requirements management tools such as IBM DOORS Classic and DOORS NG. Producing systems engineering documentation including requirements, descriptions, validation/verification matrices, and DDP dossiers. Writing specifications for landing gear equipment (hydraulic actuators, hoses, electrical harnesses). Acting as a technical liaison with equipment suppliers. Providing technical leadership across the systems engineering team. What You'll Bring Essential Strong understanding of Systems Engineering principles, with experience in requirements management, validation, and verification Knowledge of complex aerospace systems Ability to lead and influence stakeholders, supported by strong communication and collaborative leadership skills Desirable Experience in mechanical engineering and hydraulics (actuators & hoses) Experience in electrical engineering Knowledge of airworthiness and certification requirements Familiarity with ARP4754 and ARP4761 Experience using IBM DOORS (Classic or NG) Knowledge of Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) Ability to review engineering documents such as reports, analyses, specifications, and requirements documentation Previous engineering signatory experience
Principal Mechanical Design Engineer 60,000 - 80,000 Flexible working arrangements Great Benefits & Career Progression Overview Are you a mission-driven professional with a passion for delivering innovative and sustainable building services solutions? We are seeking an experienced Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to join our expanding mechanical, electrical, and environmental design consultancy based in Birmingham. With a strong focus on energy efficiency and sustainability, we deliver cutting-edge building services design across a diverse portfolio of large and complex projects. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our consultancy while contributing to impactful projects that make a difference. Benefits A highly competitive salary in the range of 60,000- 80,000, commensurate with experience and the value you bring. Flexible working arrangements, including a hybrid work model after the initial integration period. A company pension scheme to support your future. A generous annual leave package, including additional leave over the Christmas period. Ongoing support for professional development and qualifications. A clear and structured career progression pathway. Life assurance cover for peace of mind. Access to an employee wellbeing support programme. Opportunities to give back to the community through paid volunteering leave. Cycle-to-work and electric vehicle salary sacrifice schemes. Day-to-Day Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative mechanical design solutions. Reviewing and approving design outputs, ensuring compliance with project requirements and industry standards. Providing mentorship and technical support to junior engineers. Attending client and project meetings to discuss progress, challenges, and solutions. Overseeing project timelines and deliverables, ensuring they are met efficiently. Working from our Birmingham office initially, with the flexibility to transition to a hybrid working model (3 days in the office, 2 days from home) once established. Responsibilities Lead the mechanical design process for a variety of large-scale and complex building services projects. Provide technical expertise and guidance throughout the project lifecycle, from concept to completion. Oversee and review IES modelling outputs, ensuring high-quality results (hands-on modelling not required). Mentor and support junior engineers, fostering their professional growth and development. Manage and lead a small team of engineers, ensuring project deliverables are met on time and to the highest standards. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including electrical and environmental engineers, to deliver integrated design solutions. Liaise with clients, stakeholders, and contractors to ensure project requirements are understood and achieved. Stay up-to-date with industry trends, regulations, and best practices to ensure innovative and compliant designs. Qualifications A minimum of 10 years' experience in building services mechanical design. Proven experience working on large-scale and complex projects. Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to guide and inspire a small team. Proficiency in overseeing IES modelling outputs, with a solid understanding of building performance analysis. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients and stakeholders. A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline. Chartered Engineer status (or working towards it) is highly desirable. If you are a driven and experienced Principal Mechanical Design Engineer looking to make a meaningful impact in the building services industry, we would love to hear from you. Join our clients growing team and contribute to delivering sustainable, innovative, and high-quality design solutions that shape the built environment. Interested? Apply now to take the next step!
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
Principal Mechanical Design Engineer 60,000 - 80,000 Flexible working arrangements Great Benefits & Career Progression Overview Are you a mission-driven professional with a passion for delivering innovative and sustainable building services solutions? We are seeking an experienced Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to join our expanding mechanical, electrical, and environmental design consultancy based in Birmingham. With a strong focus on energy efficiency and sustainability, we deliver cutting-edge building services design across a diverse portfolio of large and complex projects. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our consultancy while contributing to impactful projects that make a difference. Benefits A highly competitive salary in the range of 60,000- 80,000, commensurate with experience and the value you bring. Flexible working arrangements, including a hybrid work model after the initial integration period. A company pension scheme to support your future. A generous annual leave package, including additional leave over the Christmas period. Ongoing support for professional development and qualifications. A clear and structured career progression pathway. Life assurance cover for peace of mind. Access to an employee wellbeing support programme. Opportunities to give back to the community through paid volunteering leave. Cycle-to-work and electric vehicle salary sacrifice schemes. Day-to-Day Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative mechanical design solutions. Reviewing and approving design outputs, ensuring compliance with project requirements and industry standards. Providing mentorship and technical support to junior engineers. Attending client and project meetings to discuss progress, challenges, and solutions. Overseeing project timelines and deliverables, ensuring they are met efficiently. Working from our Birmingham office initially, with the flexibility to transition to a hybrid working model (3 days in the office, 2 days from home) once established. Responsibilities Lead the mechanical design process for a variety of large-scale and complex building services projects. Provide technical expertise and guidance throughout the project lifecycle, from concept to completion. Oversee and review IES modelling outputs, ensuring high-quality results (hands-on modelling not required). Mentor and support junior engineers, fostering their professional growth and development. Manage and lead a small team of engineers, ensuring project deliverables are met on time and to the highest standards. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including electrical and environmental engineers, to deliver integrated design solutions. Liaise with clients, stakeholders, and contractors to ensure project requirements are understood and achieved. Stay up-to-date with industry trends, regulations, and best practices to ensure innovative and compliant designs. Qualifications A minimum of 10 years' experience in building services mechanical design. Proven experience working on large-scale and complex projects. Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to guide and inspire a small team. Proficiency in overseeing IES modelling outputs, with a solid understanding of building performance analysis. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients and stakeholders. A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline. Chartered Engineer status (or working towards it) is highly desirable. If you are a driven and experienced Principal Mechanical Design Engineer looking to make a meaningful impact in the building services industry, we would love to hear from you. Join our clients growing team and contribute to delivering sustainable, innovative, and high-quality design solutions that shape the built environment. Interested? Apply now to take the next step!
Senior Epitaxy Equipment Engineer Northamptonshire, UK Full-Time Permanent The Opportunity Our client is a leading developer and manufacturer of advanced optical and photonic technologies, supporting global Semiconductor, telecommunications, data communications, sensing, and industrial manufacturing markets. Going through a period of growth and ramp up to support their bulging forward order book, they have invested very heavily into epitaxy equipment. Lots of new epitaxy equipment is bring commissioned and installed! This means there is a newly created role for a Senior Epitaxy Equipment Engineer who can truly come into the business today, hit the ground running and make a mark for themselves in technical leadership, to plan and prioritise epitaxy equipment maintenance on a key site. Our client seeks a Senior / Principal Epitaxy Equipment Engineer to join their semiconductor manufacturing operation at their Caswell facility. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced lead epitaxy equipment engineer to work with cutting-edge epitaxy technologies in a highly specialised cleanroom environment. The Role As the Senior / Principal Epitaxy Equipment Engineer, you will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, improving, and commissioning complex semiconductor manufacturing equipment used for epitaxial wafer growth. You will play a key role in maximising equipment uptime, supporting production, and driving continuous improvement across critical manufacturing processes. Working closely with Process Engineering and Manufacturing teams, you will provide technical expertise across advanced MOVPE and associated semiconductor systems. Key Responsibilities Support and maintain MOVPE and related semiconductor manufacturing equipment. Perform preventative maintenance, fault diagnosis, and repair activities to minimise production downtime. Lead epitaxy equipment improvement, reliability, and upgrade projects. Support the installation, commissioning, relocation, and optimisation of capital equipment. Operate and troubleshoot high-vacuum systems, reactors, turbo pumps, pneumatic controls, and associated infrastructure. Manage hazardous process gases and chemicals, including gas cylinder and phosphorus trap changes. Oversee spare parts, chemical inventories, gas management, and waste disposal processes. Liaise with equipment suppliers, service engineers, and external contractors. Develop preventative maintenance strategies to improve equipment utilisation and reliability. Support site shutdown activities and emergency response requirements. About You You'll be a highly motivated, expert epitaxy engineer with a strong background in epitaxy equipment maintenance and a passion for solving complex technical challenges. Essential Experience HNC, Degree, or equivalent qualification in Electrical, Mechanical, Electronic Engineering, or a related discipline. Minimum 5 years' experience within a semiconductor manufacturing or advanced engineering environment working directly as an Epitaxy Equipment Engineer, Epitaxy Engineering Manager or Principle Epitaxy Equipment Engineer or equivalent. Strong electrical engineering knowledge, including low and high voltage systems. Proven experience supporting semiconductor wafer fabrication equipment. Experience with fault finding on complex electro-mechanical systems. Knowledge of vacuum technology, reactors, pneumatic systems, and industrial controls/PLCs. Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings and excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Experience working with hazardous gases and chemicals in a manufacturing environment. Desirable Experience Experience with MOVPE, MBE, CVD, or related epitaxy/deposition technologies. Knowledge of equipment from manufacturers such as Aixtron, Veeco, ASML, SPTS Technologies, Palomar, or similar. Experience supporting equipment installations, commissioning projects, or factory expansions. Additional Information Full time permanent Monday to Friday 39.5 hours per week Cleanroom-based environment What's on Offer? Opportunity to work with the latest, most advanced Epitaxy equipment/ technology Work in a senior technical role as the Lead Epitaxy Equipment Engineer Challenging and technically diverse engineering projects Collaborative engineering environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement Great base salary plus excellent company benefits Career progression within a high growth, high-tech stable company with a solid forward order book VISA/Relocation support if required If you're an experienced senior epitaxy equipment engineer looking to take the next step in your career within a world-class advanced manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply right now by calling Emma Dempsey at Beautiful Recruitment on (phone number removed)
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
Senior Epitaxy Equipment Engineer Northamptonshire, UK Full-Time Permanent The Opportunity Our client is a leading developer and manufacturer of advanced optical and photonic technologies, supporting global Semiconductor, telecommunications, data communications, sensing, and industrial manufacturing markets. Going through a period of growth and ramp up to support their bulging forward order book, they have invested very heavily into epitaxy equipment. Lots of new epitaxy equipment is bring commissioned and installed! This means there is a newly created role for a Senior Epitaxy Equipment Engineer who can truly come into the business today, hit the ground running and make a mark for themselves in technical leadership, to plan and prioritise epitaxy equipment maintenance on a key site. Our client seeks a Senior / Principal Epitaxy Equipment Engineer to join their semiconductor manufacturing operation at their Caswell facility. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced lead epitaxy equipment engineer to work with cutting-edge epitaxy technologies in a highly specialised cleanroom environment. The Role As the Senior / Principal Epitaxy Equipment Engineer, you will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, improving, and commissioning complex semiconductor manufacturing equipment used for epitaxial wafer growth. You will play a key role in maximising equipment uptime, supporting production, and driving continuous improvement across critical manufacturing processes. Working closely with Process Engineering and Manufacturing teams, you will provide technical expertise across advanced MOVPE and associated semiconductor systems. Key Responsibilities Support and maintain MOVPE and related semiconductor manufacturing equipment. Perform preventative maintenance, fault diagnosis, and repair activities to minimise production downtime. Lead epitaxy equipment improvement, reliability, and upgrade projects. Support the installation, commissioning, relocation, and optimisation of capital equipment. Operate and troubleshoot high-vacuum systems, reactors, turbo pumps, pneumatic controls, and associated infrastructure. Manage hazardous process gases and chemicals, including gas cylinder and phosphorus trap changes. Oversee spare parts, chemical inventories, gas management, and waste disposal processes. Liaise with equipment suppliers, service engineers, and external contractors. Develop preventative maintenance strategies to improve equipment utilisation and reliability. Support site shutdown activities and emergency response requirements. About You You'll be a highly motivated, expert epitaxy engineer with a strong background in epitaxy equipment maintenance and a passion for solving complex technical challenges. Essential Experience HNC, Degree, or equivalent qualification in Electrical, Mechanical, Electronic Engineering, or a related discipline. Minimum 5 years' experience within a semiconductor manufacturing or advanced engineering environment working directly as an Epitaxy Equipment Engineer, Epitaxy Engineering Manager or Principle Epitaxy Equipment Engineer or equivalent. Strong electrical engineering knowledge, including low and high voltage systems. Proven experience supporting semiconductor wafer fabrication equipment. Experience with fault finding on complex electro-mechanical systems. Knowledge of vacuum technology, reactors, pneumatic systems, and industrial controls/PLCs. Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings and excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Experience working with hazardous gases and chemicals in a manufacturing environment. Desirable Experience Experience with MOVPE, MBE, CVD, or related epitaxy/deposition technologies. Knowledge of equipment from manufacturers such as Aixtron, Veeco, ASML, SPTS Technologies, Palomar, or similar. Experience supporting equipment installations, commissioning projects, or factory expansions. Additional Information Full time permanent Monday to Friday 39.5 hours per week Cleanroom-based environment What's on Offer? Opportunity to work with the latest, most advanced Epitaxy equipment/ technology Work in a senior technical role as the Lead Epitaxy Equipment Engineer Challenging and technically diverse engineering projects Collaborative engineering environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement Great base salary plus excellent company benefits Career progression within a high growth, high-tech stable company with a solid forward order book VISA/Relocation support if required If you're an experienced senior epitaxy equipment engineer looking to take the next step in your career within a world-class advanced manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply right now by calling Emma Dempsey at Beautiful Recruitment on (phone number removed)
