Principal Mechanical Engineer

2 days ago


Aberdeen, Aberdeen City, United Kingdom nexos Full time
About the Role

As a Principal/Lead Mechanical Engineer, you will play a key part in supporting our team on a contract basis until August 2025. This is a full-time, outside IR35 role.

Main Tasks
  1. Provide expert mechanical guidance for tender and proposal development.
  2. Contribute to the growth and development of the project engineering team.
  3. Identify opportunities for process improvement and drive implementation.
  4. Evaluate and validate project deliverables against established quality standards.
  5. Collaborate closely with clients to ensure seamless communication and project success.
Requirements

Essential:

  1. Prior experience in Oil & Gas projects or similar industries.
  2. A degree in Mechanical Engineering from a UK institution or equivalent.
  3. Professional registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng) and membership of a relevant engineering institution.
  4. In-depth understanding of industry-specific codes, standards, and best practices.
  5. Proven track record of leading small to medium-sized project teams.
  6. Technical, commercial, and contractual acumen.
Compensation Package

This position comes with an estimated annual salary of £90,000 - £130,000, commensurate with experience.



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