Principal Engineer

Principal Engineer

Our client is a well-established engineering and manufacturing organisation specialising in the design, development, and delivery of high-performance solutions for critical infrastructure and industrial applications. As part of its ongoing growth strategy, the company is seeking an experienced Principal Engineer to provide technical leadership, drive innovation, and shape the future direction of its engineering capability.

This is a senior leadership position for a highly experienced engineer with extensive expertise in rotating machinery, pumps, and mechanical systems. Reporting to the General Manager, the Principal Engineer will act as a key technical authority within the organisation, influencing product strategy, engineering standards, and technology roadmaps.

Responsibilities of the Principal Engineer

• Lead research and development initiatives to drive innovation, integrate emerging technologies, and support strategic business growth.
• Enhance project governance and stage-gate processes, including bid/no-bid reviews, lessons learned activities, and continuous improvement programmes.
• Translate customer specifications and technical requirements into effective product designs, testing procedures, and engineering solutions.
• Develop and drive product strategy in collaboration with commercial and sales teams to ensure market...