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

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.

As a Principal Engineer (Projects), you will be responsible for leading all engineering activities across high-value contracts. This includes managing multidisciplinary teams, developing technical strategies, ensuring project compliance, and acting as a key technical authority throughout the project lifecycle.

You will mentor engineers, drive performance across the board, and play a pivotal role in ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with industry standards and customer expectations.

Projects include Electrical / Hardware Engineering, Control Systems / Automation & Software Engineering. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in one of these areas & the ability to step up into a leadership role.

They're based in Stafford & offer hybrid working with 3 days a week on-site & 2 days per week remote. They require candidates to be eligible for SC level security clearance.

Main Responsibilities:

Lead and manage a mu...