Overview

Meritus are excited to be working with a fast growing Automation / Controls Engineering Consultancy. They’re looking for 2 Principal Engineers to join their 30 strong engineering team to oversee complex multidisciplinary engineering projects across defence and nuclear industries.

Base pay range — Principal Projects Engineer | 2 Roles Available | Electrical / Controls Projects | Nuclear / Defence Industry | Up to £65,000 + Benefits | Stafford | Hybrid (3 days per week on-site)

They require candidates to be eligible for SC level security clearance. The roles are based in Stafford with hybrid working: 3 days on-site and 2 days remote.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a multidisciplinary team including software, hardware, design, and control systems engineers to deliver end-to-end project solutions.
• Ensure project delivery aligns with scope, timeline, budget, and quality standards, while identifying risks and opportunities.
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and strategic direction to engineering teams, enhancing team capability and culture.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to present progress, resolve challenges, and support business development efforts.

Required Skills

• Strong technical experience in Electrical, Software, or Control System Engineering, ideally within regulated sectors (Aerospace, Defence, Nuclear, Pharma, Rail, etc.).
• Proven experience in leading complex engineering projects within an ISO 9001:2015 / 14001:2015 / 45001 environment.
• Strong understanding of systems integration, cyber security, and functional safety – ideally with exposure to the nuclear industry.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills with a track record of delivering successful technical outcomes.
• Salary up to £65,000 (potentially higher).
• 25–30 days holiday + bank holidays
• Private medical insurance
• Matched pension scheme up to 6%
• Flexible / hybrid working options

Employment details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering, Design, and Project Management
• Industries: Electrical, Electronics Manufacturing; Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution; Energy Technology

If you believe you have the skills and experience for the Principal Engineer role, please get in touch. A referral scheme is available for candidates whose details are passed to us and successfully placed. For questions, contact Ryan Harris at MERITUS.

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