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Principal Design Engineer

Job Posted: 11 hours ago

Salary: £ 55,000 - 65,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Derby, Derbyshire

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Job Title: Principal Design Engineer

Location: Derbyshire

Salary: £65,000

Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Principal Design Engineer to join a leading engineering organisation specialising in advanced turbomachinery design. The successful candidate will lead the full design lifecycle — from concept through to production — ensuring that complex, high-performance designs meet all customer, manufacturing, and technical requirements.

This is a senior-level position offering the opportunity to work on challenging projects while guiding and mentoring a team of talented designers.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and execute the full design process from initial concept through to production.

• Create, update, and maintain turbomachinery designs.

• Manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.

• Ensure designs meet all technical, customer, and manufacturing requirements.

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.

• Liaise with internal stakeholders and customers to resolve design and engineering issues.

Skills Required

• Degree (or equivalent) in Aeronautical, Mechanical, or related Engineering discipline.

• 18+ years’ relevant experience, ideally in turbomachinery design.

• Strong CAD skills (NX proficiency advantageous).

• Excellent organisational and communication skills.

• Proven ability to manage projects and lead technical teams.

• Experience engaging directly with customers to define and deliver engineering requirements.

Compensation & Other Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.

• Generous benefits package.

• Opportunities for travel across the UK and Europe.

Apply within or contact Levi Goodridge at Sapien Engineering.

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