Mechanical Project Lead

6 days ago


Lane Head, United Kingdom Morson Talent Full time
Job Title: Principal Mechanical Engineer

Location: Warrington, UK (3 days onsite required)

Contract: 12 months, Inside IR35

Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled Principal Mechanical Engineer to lead and oversee the delivery of engineering and technical tasks.

Key Responsibilities
  • Technical Leadership & Delivery:
    • Serve as a subject matter expert, applying advanced principles to shape, design, and solve functional issues.
    • Take ownership of highly complex engineering tasks within the specialty area.
    • Guide less experienced team members, supporting their work and development through coaching and assistance.
    • Adhere strictly to Health & Safety standards, ISO requirements, and best practices across projects.
  • Team & Stakeholder Management:
    • Lead and manage multi-disciplinary teams to ensure efficient, timely engineering output aligned with customer expectations.
    • Oversee and mentor engineers/technical specialists , promoting cross-functional collaboration.
    • Cultivate relationships with clients by facilitating open communication and transparency to manage technical and delivery challenges effectively.
    • Drive the development of new business opportunities by engaging with potential clients and maintaining relationships with existing ones.
  • Quality & Compliance:
    • Technical oversight of engineering output , ensuring alignment with the agreed technical scope and project requirements.
    • Review, verify, and approve deliverables —including calculations, technical analyses, reports, specifications, and method statements.
    • Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and company procedures across all engineering activities.
    • Manage project and technical audits to share insights and ensure adherence to high standards.
  • Health & Safety & Best Practice:
    • Champion Health & Safety standards and foster a culture of safe practices within the team, ensuring adherence to all HSE policies.
    • Promote a culture of engineering excellence , staying updated on industry best practices and driving change and development within the team.
  • Project & Resource Management:
    • Assess resource demands and skill requirements to ensure project needs are met.
    • Contribute to learning and improvement initiatives during and post-project.
    • Support tender processes by providing input on technical requirements and cost estimates.
    • Manage the development of team members through performance reviews, feedback, and continuous communication.

Estimated salary: £60,000 - £80,000 per annum



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