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Are you an experienced Principal Mechanical Engineer who enjoys solving complex technical problems, improving asset reliability and ensuring engineering systems are safe and compliant? If youre looking for a role with real impact across one of the UKs most unique and high-profile infrastructure environments, this could be the perfect opportunity.Do you have the right skills and experience for this role Read on to find out, and make your application.Were supporting a major organisation responsible for engineering governance, assurance and asset management across a large, highly regulated maritime estate in Portsmouth. Youll join a specialist team of senior engineers who support mission-critical mechanical and saltwater systems, working in an environment where no two days are the same.Whats the role all about?As a Principal Mechanical Engineer, youll be a key part of the Engineering, Assurance & Compliance team, providing technical leadership across mechanical systems, rotating machinery, hydraulic systems and saltwater infrastructure.Youll take ownership of complex engineering challenges, drive safe-to-operate assurance, and make sure assets are managed, maintained and developed in line with statutory and regulatory requirements.In this role, you will:Provide engineering governance and assurance for mechanical and saltwater systemsOwn technical issues, produce safety management systems and unblock engineering problemsReview asset condition and present findings to asset ownersSupport the development and implementation of maintenance strategies (including Condition & Risk-Based Maintenance)Contribute to updates of Asset Management Plans and long-term improvement strategiesCollaborate with engineering teams to drive solutions and continuous improvementSupport efforts aligned with Net Zero Carbon engineering strategiesThis is a senior-level engineering role where your decisions genuinely influence safety, reliability and strategic infrastructure planning.What youll bringTo succeed as a Principal Mechanical Engineer, youll need:Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)Chartered status or working toward chartership (CEng preferred)Significant experience in mechanical engineering within a regulated or infrastructure environmentStrong technical understanding of saltwater systems, hydraulic systems, rotating machineryExperience creating and implementing maintenance strategiesAbility to balance systems-level thinking with component-level detailKnowledge of compliance requirements for mechanical systems within built or maritime estatesExcellent communication, presentation and stakeholder-management skillsWho you areYoure a confident and influential engineer who enjoys taking ownership, solving problems and supporting others. You think strategically, can explain complex engineering concepts clearly, and work well with both senior stakeholders and technical teams.Youll be:Organised and proactiveEngaging and collaborativeSkilled at communicating technical informationDriven by quality, safety and continuous improvementWhats in it for you?60,00068,000 salary25 days holiday + bank holidaysEnhanced pension schemeLife assuranceGroup income protectionInternal benefits & discounts programmeCycle to Work schemeProfessional development & career progressionWellbeing & occupational health servicesReward & recognition initiativesReady to take the next step?If youre an experienced Principal Mechanical Engineer looking for a role where your expertise truly makes an impact, wed love to hear from you.Apply today or reach out for a confidential chat. xjdpvnf Kingdom People are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.#INDFPR