White Label is representing a manufacturer in Wakefield looking to appoint a Principal Design Engineer to take a lead role across engineering design projects, people management, and continuous improvement. My client is offering a salary of 60,000 - 70,000 plus: Working hours: 37.5 hrs, Monday to Thursday 8:00am to 5:00pm, Friday 8:30am to 12:00pm. There is flexibility to start earlier/later to suit you. Holiday allowance: 187.5 hrs (25 days) plus 8 Annual Bank Holidays Pension: Work Scheme Pension with 5% contribution from employee and 3% contribution from employer total 8% after a 3-month trial period. Other benefits: 2x Salary for Death in Service Benefit after a 3-month trial period. Key Responsibilities of the Principal Design Engineer Lead and mentor a team of Design Engineers, setting technical direction and providing support. Oversee the design, development, and engineering of mechanical and electrical systems for bespoke projects. Ensure compliance with relevant standards (BS/EN, Eurocodes) and internal design procedures. Coordinate project handovers, technical reviews, and cross-departmental collaboration. Standardise components, improve processes, and enhance overall engineering capability. Represent technical capabilities in meetings with stakeholders and customers. Experience required of the of the Principal Design Engineer Proven experience in a senior or principal design role within manufacturing or power generation. Strong understanding of mechanical and e