Principal Mechanical Design EngineerLocation: Wolverhampton, UKCompany: Global Engineering OEMSalary: 75,000 basic + Excellent Pension + Flexible and Hybrid Working + Outstanding BenefitsAbout the Principal Mechanical Design Engineer RoleWe''re hiring a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to join a global leader in complex engineering solutions based near Wolverhampton.This is a senior-level opportunity to lead the design and development of bespoke heavy engineering projects, including welded, fabricated, and machined machinery and equipment. You''ll be responsible for delivering high-integrity systems across the full design lifecycle-from FEED (Front-End Engineering Design) to final delivery-while driving innovation, safety, and engineering excellence.Key Responsibilities of the Principal Mechanical Design Engineer:Lead the mechanical design of custom-engineered systems for industrial and safety-critical applications.Manage projects through the full design lifecycle, from concept and FEED to detailed design and manufacture.Apply advanced CAD (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor) and FEA (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus) tools to develop and validate designs.Ensure compliance with industry codes and standards (ASME, BS EN, RCC-M, etc.) in a regulated environment.Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, promoting a culture of continuous improvement.Collaborate with cross-functional teams including project managers, manufacturing, and quality assurance. What We''re Looking