Principal Mechanical Engineer

Matchtech · Cardiff, Wales

Principal Mechanical Engineer at Matchtech, based in Cardiff, Wales, paying £60,000 per annum. This is a permanent role.

Salary
£60,000 per annum
Location
Cardiff, Wales
Contract
Permanent
Posted
3 weeks ago
Closes
18 Oct 2026
Sector
Mechanical Engineer

About 14% above the going rate for mechanical engineer

Reference 594435

About the role

My Client is recruiting for a Principal Mechanical Engineer in the Water Sector

Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? How about joining our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients' challenges head-on. It's a diverse and inclusive work environment where world-class talent knows no distinctions.
Bring your skills to the mix as a Principal Mechanical Engineer, you'll play a vital role in every aspect of mechanical engineering on Transformational Programmes for critical UK infrastructure with opportunities to work on iconic engineering projects at home and abroad.
We specialise in all aspects of mechanical engineering, within multiple challenging and engaging sectors such as Water, Aviation, Defence, Energy, Cities & Development and Education. We continue to provide industry-leading mechanical engineering solutions right through the project lifecycle, with value added through client-side support as well as construction phases. If being a part of a team with a passion for this industry is for you then we would love to talk to you.
We currently have opportunities in our Cardiff office.
Your role

  • Lead a team to undertake technical design work following relevant design standards and codes, and to high-quality levels.
  • Prepare briefs, scopes of work, and input into bid proposals.
  • Successfully manage time and budgets to key project milestones and programmes.
  • Work closely with teams in the UK and overseas to deliver integrated design solutions.
  • Adhere to quality assurance standards in design.

About you

  • Chartered Mechanical Engineer.
  • Water Sector experience
  • Experience in leading design delivery, including multidisciplinary design.
  • Thorough knowledge in mechanical equipment, such as pumps, blowers, screens and chemical dosing plant as well as an in-depth understanding of current UK design standards and working practices.
  • Strong understanding of legislation such as CDM and ATEX.

Reference: 594435 · Posted 3 weeks ago · Closes 18 Oct 2026 · Listed via Matchtech

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