https://jobs.co.uk/job/principal-engineer-mechanical-sme-matchtech--8a58622f-5acc-4ba1-94e7-4db3b8a155dc RSS feed for Principal Engineer (Mechanical SME) at Matchtech. en-gb Fri, 29 May 2026 22:11:46 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/principal-engineer-mechanical-sme-matchtech--8a58622f-5acc-4ba1-94e7-4db3b8a155dc https://jobs.co.uk/job/principal-engineer-mechanical-sme-matchtech--8a58622f-5acc-4ba1-94e7-4db3b8a155dc Thu, 28 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT Location: Chertsey | Salary: Negotiable | Type: Permanent | Our client, a leading organisation in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a Principal Engineer (Mechanical SME) to join their team. This is a permanent position focusing on technical excellence, problem-solving, and technical review, ensuring mechanical engineering standards, designs, and decisions support business performance, safety, and innovation. Key Responsibilities: Act as the recognised Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all mechanical engineering matters Provide high-level technical guidance across multiple projects and programmes Lead complex problem-solving and root cause analysis for critical engineering issues Review and approve mechanical designs, calculations, and technical documentation Assist in defining, maintaining, and improving mechanical engineering standards, processes, and best practices Support design reviews, risk assessments, and engineering assurance activities Provide expert input during bids, proposals, and project planning Mentor and coach engineers to build mechanical engineering capability across the business Job Requirements: Extensive experience in mechanical engineering within a relevant industry (e.g. defence, engi... Permanent