Principal Mechanical Engineer

Principal Mechanical Engineer Winchester Salary dependent on experience We are recruiting for a Principal Mechanical Engineer to join our clients engineering team in Winchester. This is a technically demanding role combining mechanical system design, engineering analysis and direct customer interaction. You will take technical ownership of engineering solutions from initial proposal and concept development through to prototyping, testing and Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT). A key part of the role will be understanding customer requirements and explaining technical solutions clearly. You will need the confidence to discuss system performance, justify engineering decisions and guide customers towards practical, commercially sound solutions. Reporting to the Senior Engineering and Technical Manager, you will work closely with customers, suppliers and internal colleagues throughout the product lifecycle. The role Lead technical discussions with customers to understand their requirements, clarify specifications and explain proposed engineering solutions. Prepare and review technical proposals against customer specifications and relevant international standards, including ISO and ASME. Develop mechanical systems from concept through to prototyping, product testing and FAT. Undertake complex engineering calculations and produce clear technical reports, explaining findings and recommendations. Apply your knowledge of centrifugal and plunger pumps, electrical drives, jet ..... full job details .....