Principal Mechanical Engineer

Description

• Define technical standards, policies, and processes to ensure best-in-class delivery.
• Lead the mechanical engineering function within commercial and retail projects, including design, specification, and execution.
• Help shape the team through mentorship and supervision of senior and junior staff.
• Develop the business sector strategy: identifying new market opportunities, client acquisition, and sector-specific growth.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, architects, and other stakeholders to align mechanical engineering solutions with business goals.
• Maintain high levels of quality, compliance, sustainability, and risk management.
• Oversee project teams, mentor senior and junior staff, ensure resource allocation, schedules, and budgets are met.

Requirements

SearchLabs is working on behalf of one of our key business partners in pursuit of top engineering professionals to expand their growing team. Our client is seeking an experienced Principal Mechanical Engineer to join and strengthen their Commercial & Retail sector. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated engineer to take on greater responsibility in technical delivery, project leadership, client management, mentorship, and supervision.

• Commercially savvy, with ability to prepare proposals, cost estimates, and negotiate contracts.
• Demonstrable track record in business development within this sector.
• Excellent leadership skills, with experience managing project teams and mentoring staff.
• Registered/Chartered Mechanical Engineer (or equivalent) with 10+ years of experience in consulting engineering, especially in commercial/retail building services.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong technical knowledge in HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, energy efficiency, and relevant codes/standards.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and professional development support.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

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