Principal Mechanical Engineer

Advertised by Aldwych Consulting

Location
London
Salary
£60,000 - £80,000 a year
Job type
Permanent
Sector
Engineering
Remote working
Yes
Posted
7 October 2026
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Job description

Principal Mechanical Engineer - London

I'm currently working with a well-established built environment consultancy that is looking to bring an experienced Principal Mechanical Engineer into their growing London team.

This is a great opportunity for a technically strong engineer who enjoys taking ownership of projects, leading design teams and having a real influence on the direction of projects from concept through to delivery.

The Role
You'll be responsible for leading mechanical design projects across the full project lifecycle, working closely with multidisciplinary teams, clients, contractors and other key stakeholders.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Leading mechanical design projects from concept through to delivery
  • Managing project scope, resources, programme and technical delivery
  • Reviewing mechanical calculations, designs and CAD models
  • Coordinating multidisciplinary design teams and ensuring technical quality
  • Supporting R&D and introducing innovative, sustainable engineering solutions
  • Mentoring and developing junior engineers
  • Working closely with clients and contractors to deliver practical, compliant solutions
  • Ensuring designs meet relevant UK regulations and industry standards

About You
We're looking for someone with:

  • Strong mechanical/building services design experience
  • Experience within the built environment or consultancy sector
  • Strong CAD and mechanical design capabilities
  • Project management and team leadership experience
  • A relevant Mechanical Engineering degree
  • Chartered status or working towards chartership
  • Strong knowledge of UK regulations and industry standards
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
  • A genuine interest in sustainable and innovative engineering

Why Consider It?
This is an opportunity to join a people-focused and inclusive consultancy where you'll have the autonomy to lead projects, develop others and continue progressing your own career.

The role is hybrid, based in London, with flexibility to work from home.

Interested? Apply now or get in touch with Roberto Sartori on (phone number removed) for a confidential conversation.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Reference 225700517

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