principal mechanical engineer jobs in Edinburgh

You will be responsible for working and liaising with project managers, technical leaders, design engineers, clients, supply chain partners, contractors, planners, and other stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes for the projects and community.

You will also manage and guide the more junior team members and help with their development.

You will be involved in the full project life cycle, from feasibility and optioneering through to detailed design and construction support, including site surveys and investigations.

You will work closely with project managers, technical leaders, design engineers, clients, supply chain partners, contractors, planners and other stakeholders to deliver positive projects outcomes.

You will develop cost-effective solutions and adopt innovative design solutions in accordance with the Client's requirements.

You will be Chartered or Incorporated status with the IMechE is preferred or working towards. Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or other relevant subject.

Join Our Team as a Principal Mechanical Engineer in Edinburgh Why Wallace Whittle? We are a leading provider of sustainable building services engineering across the UK and beyond, operating from 9 city-centre offices with over 150 dedicated staff members. Our reputation for quality of product and quality of service is unparalleled. Here's Why You'll Actually Want to Work Here: More Money in...

You will be joining a community that focuses on learning and development through regular lunch and learn sessions, investment in accredited professional courses or educational programmes.

You will be able to make an impact both internally and with clients and receive suitable recognition.

Job Description Job Title: Principal Civil Engineer Ref. No.: CJD101025A Location: Edinburgh Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 This is a wonderful opportunity to join my client, an innovative, industry-leading Multidisciplinary Consultancy, known for lending their expertise to a range of high-profile projects across the landscape architecture, planning, and civil engineering fields. They are on the...

Principal Software Engineer Edinburgh An innovative and well-established med tech company are seeking a proven technical leader to join its R&D team basedin central Edinburgh as a Principal Software Engineer. Submit your CV and any additional required information after you have read this description by clicking on the application button. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in the...

LOCATION - Manchester / Leeds / Leicester or Edinburgh Ensure all your application information is up to date and in order before applying for this opportunity. We are seeking a qualified and enthusiastic Principal Electrical Building Services Engineer to support and develop the project delivery capabilities of our busy and successful building services team. Candidates will successfully lead...

Job Description CompanyA very reputable large multidisciplinary engineering consultancy with multiple offices throughout the UK. They are currently engaged in a number of projects ranging in size across Healthcare, Education, Commercial, Mixed-Use and more. Highly technical and well experienced senior management with clear plans outlined for staff development and progression. Trusting and...

Job Description Principal Software Engineer Location: Edinburgh, United Kingdom Contract Duration: 12 months Rate: £63.83 p/h PAYE (£73.11 inc. holiday rate) OR £87.04 p/h Umbrella We seek an engineer with recent high-integrity or safety-critical industry experience (defence, aerospace, or similar), or eligible for UK security clearance. Role Overview An experienced Principal Software...

You will get the opportunity to work with the best engineers and will be responsible for automated test systems using LabVIEW and TestStand. Key responsibilities of the Principal Test Development Engineer in Edinburgh, Midlothian

Principal Building Automation Engineer Location: Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom The Team Cundall is a dynamic, multi‐disciplinary consultancy, offering a wide variety of engineering and sustainability services, together with complementary specialisms, from locations across the UK, Europe, Asia, Australia, the Middle East, and North Africa. Discover more details of our locations, projects...

You will be developing revolutionary machinery designed to transform some of the world’s most energy‑intensive industries. The team’s mission is bold: enable deep decarbonisation across petrochemicals, chemicals, iron and steel, and cement by replacing traditional fossil‑fuel‑based processes with breakthrough rotating technology.

About The Role Deadline for applications: 11:59pm on 31st October 2025 Were looking for a Principal Software Engineer to shape the technical direction of high-profile projects and lead the delivery of modern, scalable software. We use technology to create impactful, human-centred solutions that make a difference to users and organisations. We believe great engineering happens when teams...

Cable Design Engineers (Engineer, Senior Engineer, Principal Engineer, ATD levels) Arcadis is seeking high calibre cable design staff within our Electrical Transmission and Distribution team. The position includes a relatively high level of responsibility and accountability, with an opportunity to develop managerial and technical knowledge and skills, and to progress within a successful and...

Principal Software Engineer .NET £90,000-£110,000 Remote (UK) Do you thrive on building scalable solutions that power commerce worldwide? We're partnering with a rapidly expanding global payment platform fresh off a transformative acquisition. They're engineering a robust, merchant-centric ecosystem built on quality, resilience, and scale - and they need exceptional .NET Software Engineers to...

You should be able to demonstrate competence in all core mechanical design and engineering principals.

You should be able to successfull...

You will assume technical leadership across water & wastewater, energy, and infrastructure portfolios.

You will be expected to utilise advanced analysis software (e.g., Hades, Varism, Flow 3D) to engineer robust client solutions, mentor junior engineers, and ensure technical rigour in all deliverables.

Job Description CompanyA very reputable large multidisciplinary engineering consultancy with multiple offices throughout the UK. They are currently engaged in a number of projects ranging in size across Healthcare, Education, Commercial, Mixed-Use and more. Highly technical and well experienced senior management with clear plans outlined for staff development and progression. Trusting and...

A global engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer passionate about creating sustainable solutions. The role involves leading mechanical design in the water sector, overseeing the full project life cycle from feasibility to construction. Candidates should hold a degree in Mechanical Engineering, ideally be chartered or working toward it, and have experience in detailed...