Principal Engineer

3 weeks ago


Whitehaven Cumbria, United Kingdom Westlakes Recruit Full time €55 - €75

Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting for a Principal Mechanical Engineer with a background in the nuclear sector to be engaged on a long-term contract basis in either Warrington, Cumbria or Preston; this role is inside IR35 with a rate of £55-£75 per hour dependant on experience.
The Principal Engineer provides leadership in the delivery of engineering and technical activities through the application of process, domain knowledge and experience.
an experienced engineer, has a breadth of engineering knowledge & experience, resolves a range of technical issues and problems, compiles technical reports and accompanying presentations, provides, reviews and adheres to specifications in accordance with stakeholder requirements. Ensure effective management of multi discipline teams to ensure timely & efficient delivery of engineering work to meet customer agreed scope
Promote effective co-operation across Engineering and other functional teams
Ensure technical management of the engineering output to ensure delivery of technical solutions in line with agreed technical scope
Ensure that procedures, codes and standards are correctly identified and applied to engineering and technical activities
Ensure application of highest standards for health and safety in immediate area of responsibility and ensure all team members across engineering co-operate with respect to company standards about matters on health, safety and environment, ethics and behaviours
Ensure project and technical audits and review are planned & executed in order to impart learning and experience as appropriate and in line with agreed standards
Maintain knowledge of Industry best practice, promote a culture of engineering best practice, provide leadership and assist in driving cultural development and change
requirement, during and post project
Support business development opportunities.
Exercise care for own health and safety and that of others as defined by Health and Safety legislation, adhere to endorsed Company policy, procedures and delegations (e.g. Health & Safety, Diversity & Inclusion, Performance & Development Reviews and Finance etc.) Ensure application of highest standards for health and safety in immediate area of responsibility and ensure all team members across engineering co-operate with respect to company standards about matters on health, safety and environment, ethics and behaviours
Leading Self: Is a role model, demonstrating Cavendish principles, promoting health, safety and wellbeing, respect and inclusion
Leading Others: Owns the performance and development of their team members, including effective and ongoing communication and feedback
Leading Resources: Responsible for effective planning and organisation of resources to deliver on customer promises
Engineering degree (or equivalent qualification) in relevant engineering discipline, with significant demonstrable experience
Demonstrable experience in managing teams to deliver analysis activities on a range of project types
Member of relevant institute or significant demonstrable engineering experience and capable of registration with the Engineering Council
Experience in managing engineering scope for Projects from concept design to full Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC)
Breadth and depth of experience in a range of commercial or defence projectsFor more information on this role or to register your interest for future job updates, please visit

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