https://jobs.co.uk/job/principle-hardware-engineer-dcs-recruitment-limited--7a32ec44-d754-4383-bb52-1bcb09a01d13 RSS feed for Principle Hardware Engineer at DCS Recruitment Limited. en-gb Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:46:46 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/principle-hardware-engineer-dcs-recruitment-limited--7a32ec44-d754-4383-bb52-1bcb09a01d13 https://jobs.co.uk/job/principle-hardware-engineer-dcs-recruitment-limited--7a32ec44-d754-4383-bb52-1bcb09a01d13 Sat, 18 Apr 2026 11:51:56 GMT Location: Stafford | Salary: 10000-500000 Annual | Type: Permanent | Principal Hardware EngineerLocation: Stafford (Hybrid - 3 days per week in the office)Salary: Up to 65,000 (depending on experience)Contract: Full-timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Principal Hardware Engineer to take full technical ownership across a portfolio of complex engineering projects within the nuclear and defence sectors. This is a senior leadership role combining deep technical expertise with responsibility for project delivery, team leadership, and continuous improvement.You will lead and mentor engineering teams, ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget, and maintain the highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance in a highly regulated environment.Key ResponsibilitiesLead engineering delivery across multiple concurrent projectsTake technical ownership to ensure scope, cost, schedule and quality targets are metLine manage, mentor and develop engineers, providing technical leadership and directionOversee project performance, identifying risks, opportunities and efficienciesEnsure compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standardsProvide technical input to bids, estimates, proposals and contract documentationSupport business d... Permanent