Senior/Principal Mechanical Engineer

Senior/Principal Mechanical Engineer – Edinburgh
Location: Edinburgh
Job Type: Full-time

Position Summary

A forward-thinking engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior/Principal Mechanical Engineer to join their Edinburgh team. The role is ideal for a proficient, self-motivated engineer with strong technical knowledge, excellent time management, and a track record of consistent project delivery. The successful candidate works well independently, while collaborating effectively across multidisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake mechanical design and consultancy work, including system design, production, specifications, schedules, and client reports.
• Represent the consultancy in meetings with clients and external consultants, acting as a key point of contact.
• Collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring client requirements are met.
• Support and train junior staff, reviewing workloads and prioritising tasks.
• Check the accuracy and adequacy of documentation produced by others.
• Apply and maintain quality system procedures and comply with ISO and relevant national legislation.
• Manage projects, including trainee staff organisation, scheduling, and delivery to time and cost requirements.
• Record man-hour commitments, monitor project budgets, and report project fee information regularly.
• Comply with security procedures and confidentiality requirements.

Education & Experience

• Degree-qualified in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering (BEng Hons preferred).
• Chartered or working towards Chartership (IMechE / CIBSE).
• Competent in AutoCAD, with knowledge of Revit.
• Minimum engineering HNC/HND or equivalent qualification.

Skills & Competencies

• Technically competent engineer with strong project management and financial control skills.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and time management.
• Ability to work independently while supporting and mentoring others.

Salary: Up to 60k

Location: Edinburgh

Type: permanent

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