Chief engineer jobs in BirminghamCreate job alerts

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Birmingham (Hybrid) Up to £55,000 + Pension + Flexible Working Permanent I’m working with an established and growing engineering business that supports global OEMs across construction equipment, trucks, agriculture, and wider industrial markets. With a strong international presence (UK, USA, Germany, Sweden, India, China), they’re continuing to invest in their UK engineering capability. They’re now looking to bring in a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to support a pipeline of innovative projects—particularly within engine ancillaries and emerging e-pump technologies. The Role As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you’ll play a key part in both concept and detailed design, working closely with a collaborative engineering team and engaging with customers and suppliers. Key responsibilities: • Design and development of engine ancillaries (oil, water & fuel pumps), • Concept and detailed design of e-pumps for data centre applications, • First-principles design and problem-solving across new product development, • Create 3D CAD models and detailed engineering drawings, • Ensure designs are optimised for manufacture (DFM focus), • Support DFMEA activities and engineering validation, • Work closely with the Chief Engineer and cross-functional teams to resolve design challenges, • Produce technical reports and documentation, • Liaise with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders What They’re Looking For Essential: • Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering (or similar), • Minimum 5 years’ industry experience in a design-focused role, • Strong 3D CAD skills (ideally Creo), • Experience designing with metals and plastics, • Solid understanding of GD&T, • Experience with DFMEA and Design for Manufacture (DFM), • Background working on electromechanical products Desirable: • Experience with rotating components (bearings, seals, gears, pulleys), • Exposure to concept design and new product development What’s on Offer • Salary up to £55,000, • Flexible hybrid working, • Pension scheme, • Opportunity to work on innovative, forward-looking projects, • Career progression within a growing global engineering group

JOB – Senior Mechanical Design Engineer LOCATION – Birmingham TERM – Permanent SALARY – £45,000 - £60,000 (Dependent on experience) My client is looking for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their engineering team on a permanent basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for the concept and detailed design of mechanical and electromechanical products. The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes: • Degree qualified Engineer with a minimum of 5 years industry experience, • Proven ability in one of the leading 3D CAD modelling packages, ideally Creo, • Experience of designing with both metals and plastic materials, • Good experience in working with electromechanical products, • Knowledge/experience in concept design work, • Knowledge of rotating components such as bearings, seals, gears, and pulleys would be advantageous, • Excellent knowledge of GD&Ts, • Experience in DFMEA and DFM, • Ability to work from first principles in concept design work, utilising strong problem-solving skills The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer role will involve: • Assisting in the design of a range of engine ancillaries including oil, water, and fuel pumps, • Concept and detailed design, • Working from first principles to support concept design activities and problem solving, • Working alongside the engineering team to ensure designs are optimised for manufacture, • Liaising with the design team and Chief Engineer to resolve design issues, • Creating CAD models and engineering drawing layouts, • Producing engineering reports, • Liaising with customers, internal departments, and external suppliers, • Supporting the successful delivery of design projects through collaboration with key stakeholders If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up-to-date CV as soon as possible. Many thanks, Premier Group.

JOB – Senior Mechanical Design Engineer\n\n LOCATION – Birmingham \n\n TERM – Permanent\n\n SALARY – Competitive, dependent on experience\n\nMy client is looking for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their engineering team on a permanent basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for the concept and detailed design of mechanical and electromechanical products.\n\n The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:\n• Degree qualified Engineer with a minimum of 5 years industry experience\n• Proven ability in one of the leading 3D CAD modelling packages, ideally Creo\n• Experience of designing with both metals and plastic materials\n• Good experience in working with electromechanical products\n• Knowledge/experience in concept design work\n• Knowledge of rotating components such as bearings, seals, gears, and pulleys would be advantageous\n• Excellent knowledge of GD&Ts\n• Experience in DFMEA and DFM\n• Ability to work from first principles in concept design work, utilising strong problem-solving skills\n\n The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer role will involve:\n• Assisting in the design of a range of engine ancillaries including oil, water, and fuel pumps\n• Concept and detailed design of e-Pumps for data centre applications\n• Working from first principles to support concept design activities and problem solving\n• Working alongside the engineering team to ensure designs are optimised for manufacture\n• Liaising with the design team and Chief Engineer to resolve design issues\n• Creating CAD models and engineering drawing layouts\n• Producing engineering reports\n• Liaising with customers, internal departments, and external suppliers\n• Supporting the successful delivery of design projects through collaboration with key stakeholders\n\n If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up-to-date CV as soon as possible.\n\n Many thanks, Premier Group

Principal Fire Engineer – High Speed Two (HS2)\n\n📍 London (up to £83,500) or Birmingham (up to £77,500)| Hybrid Working (3 Days Office)\n\n💰 £75,000 – £83,500 + 12% Pen + Health + 25 Hol\n\n📈 Progression: Lead Fire Engineer (£92k – £100k+ Package)\n\n🚄 Major National Infrastructure Programme | Long-Term Career Security\n\nShape Fire Safety on One of Europe’s Largest Infrastructure Programmes\n\nThis is a rare opportunity to join High Speed Two Ltd within the Chief Engineer directorate, taking a senior technical role with real ownership and autonomy across one of the UK’s most complex infrastructure programmes.\n\nWorking client-side within a specialist Fire Engineering team, you will assure the fire safety design of major rail infrastructure including stations, tunnels, shafts, depots, rail systems, and civils assets across the HS2 network. You will take ownership of major assets such as Curzon Street Station (£570m) and Interchange Station (£370m).\n\nThis is not a traditional consultancy delivery role.\n\nYou will act as a technical authority overseeing and assuring the work of Tier 1 contractors and design consultancies, ensuring designs and completed assets comply with fire engineering standards, legislation, and operational requirements across a multi-billion-pound railway.\n\nWith core standards already established, the role now focuses heavily on technical assurance, systems integration, design review, and testing & commissioning.\n\nWhy This Role Stands Out\n\n Client-side technical authority role on a nationally significant programme\n\n Real ownership of assets throughout the project lifecycle\n\n Influence fire engineering across stations, tunnels, depots, and rail systems\n\n Work within a highly experienced specialist Fire Engineering team\n\n High visibility across engineering, delivery, and operational stakeholders\n\n Complex multidisciplinary environment involving civils, MEP, rail systems, and operations\n\n Long-term programme security with major delivery and commissioning phases ahead\n\n Strong work-life balance and flexible hybrid working culture\n\nThe Role\n\nReporting to the Head of Fire Engineering, you will provide technical leadership and assurance across fire engineering design, construction, and commissioning activities.\n\nA major challenge within the programme is the transition from heavy civils into MEP fit-out and rail systems delivery. As new contractors mobilise, the number of Tier 1 interfaces across the programme is significantly increasing, creating a highly complex integrated environment.\n\nYou will sit at the centre of this transition, ensuring fire engineering standards, life safety strategies, and technical assurance remain coordinated across all assets and systems.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n Assure fire engineering designs & built assets across stations, tunnels, depots, rail systems, and infrastructure assets\n\n Review contractor fire strategies, technical submissions, and safety documentation\n\n Support fire standards, specifications, and technical assurance activities\n\n Ensure integration between fire systems and wider rail infrastructure systems\n\n Support Qualitative Design Reviews (QDRs), risk assessments, and operational readiness\n\n Liaise with Fire & Rescue Services and support emergency planning activities\n\n Support testing, commissioning, and assurance of completed assets\n\n Participate in site inspections and live construction assurance reviews\n\nWhat We’re Looking For\n\n Degree qualified or Chartered Fire Engineer (or working toward Chartership)\n\n Experience within rail, tunnels, stations, heavy civils, rail systems, or major infrastructure projects\n\n Strong understanding of evacuation, compartmentation, detection, suppression, and life safety systems\n\n Experience reviewing or assuring complex fire engineering designs\n\n * Strong stakeholder management and multidisciplinary coordination capability\n\nOpen to candidates from client-side, consultancy, or contractor backgrounds.\n\nThe Opportunity\n\nThis is a career-defining opportunity for a Fire Engineer wanting to move beyond pure design delivery into a strategic client-side role with genuine ownership and influence across one of Europe’s largest infrastructure programmes.\n\nYou will help shape how fire safety is assured, integrated, tested, and ultimately operated across a transformational national railway for decades to come

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer\n\n📍 Birmingham (Hybrid)\n 💰 Up to £55,000 + Pension + Flexible Working\n 🕒 Permanent\n\nI'm working with an established and growing engineering business that supports global OEMs across construction equipment, trucks, agriculture, and wider industrial markets. With a strong international presence (UK, USA, Germany, Sweden, India, China), they're continuing to invest in their UK engineering capability.\n\nThey're now looking to bring in a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to support a pipeline of innovative projects-particularly within engine ancillaries and emerging e-pump technologies.\n\nThe Role\n\nAs a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you'll play a key part in both concept and detailed design, working closely with a collaborative engineering team and engaging with customers and suppliers.\n\nKey responsibilities:\n\nDesign and development of engine ancillaries (oil, water & fuel pumps)\nConcept and detailed design of e-pumps for data centre applications\nFirst-principles design and problem-solving across new product development\nCreate 3D CAD models and detailed engineering drawings\nEnsure designs are optimised for manufacture (DFM focus)\nSupport DFMEA activities and engineering validation\nWork closely with the Chief Engineer and cross-functional teams to resolve design challenges\nProduce technical reports and documentation\nLiaise with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholdersWhat They're Looking For\n\nEssential:\n\nDegree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering (or similar)\nMinimum 5 years' industry experience in a design-focused role\nStrong 3D CAD skills (ideally Creo)\nExperience designing with metals and plastics\nSolid understanding of GD&T\nExperience with DFMEA and Design for Manufacture (DFM)\nBackground working on electromechanical productsDesirable:\n\nExperience with rotating components (bearings, seals, gears, pulleys)\nExposure to concept design and new product developmentWhat's on Offer\n\nSalary up to £55,000\nFlexible hybrid working\nPension scheme\nOpportunity to work on innovative, forward-looking projects\nCareer progression within a growing global engineering group

About the role: A leading engineering contractor client of mine are on the lookout for a Chief Engineer (Substation - HV Plant). This leading Tier One contractor in the T&D space work with regional, national and international electricity network owners and operators to provide technical engineering solutions across the full spectrum of the electricity grid, including overhead lines, cabling, substations and distribution networks. This is an exciting opportunity for a professional with UK transmission expertise and in-depth knowledge of National Grid and/or SSE technical specifications and procedures. As Chief Engineer, you'll play a key role in: • Providing technical leadership and guidance across the discipline., • Ensuring the quality and standards compliance of all deliverables., • Supporting the growth and competencies of our talented team. Package: • Salary - 80k-90k, • Package - Car or car allowance (£5400); Family private medical insurance; 10% bonus, • Location - Flexible: Various offices (hybrid) or remote considered Selected Key Accountabilities: • Ensure competencies of the technical staff working within the discipline., • Contribute towards the strategic direction for the discipline., • Drive a culture of innovation and value engineering within the discipline. Selected Key Responsibilities: • Support the team in understanding of client requirements, including those not captured in the contract, and the ability to influence contact specifications., • Closely collaborate with other Chief Engineers and Design Delivery Managers and promote collaboration within the discipline between the Designers and Technicians., • Work in close collaboration with the discipline Design Delivery Manager to ensure that the team’s technical competencies and expertise are developed and maintained., • Lead on any technical challenges affecting tender development and live projects and in doing so provide support to the relevant Design Delivery Manager., • Support the Lead Designer during tender development, particularly regarding risks and opportunities., • Support changes in process and technology proposed and undertaken by the Digital and Delivery teams., • Contribute to the development and updating of the design aids and computer programmes and assist in the analysis of new design concepts., • In conjunction with the lead project design engineer(s), help ensure that the discipline’s scope of work for each project is technically compliant with customer requirements, quality standards and safety by design principles., • Proactively support the discipline activities whether they are standalone or part of multidisciplinary Contracts., • Look to implement Engineering Excellence, Safety by Design and sustainability goals in everything we do., • Ensure that Manuals and Technical Procedures provided for compliance with the appropriate Quality and Safety standards are maintained and applied., • Support PDRs for discipline alongside the Design Delivery Manager. Key Skills and Experience: • Degree level education or equivalent with formal training in engineering., • Chartered Engineer (desirable, not essential) with professional body (e.g. ICE, IEEE or IStructE), • Strong, proven post-graduate experience in the engineering and design sector, • Strong, proven experience of the management of design works, • IT Literate (Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel), • Extensive experience of technical design, • Experience of the power industry (preferred), • Experience working with National Grid / SSE would be a benefit

Seeking a senior engineering leader with demonstrable missile development experience across the majority or entirety of the product lifecycle, from concept and requirements definition through development, qualification, and production. This is a product-focused, systems-level leadership role requiring technical oversight and matrix programme leadership. Candidates must have worked on missile programmes and possess a helicopter view of complex system development. Given the sensitive nature of this role, full details will be shared in the initial call.

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Walsall £43,000 - £48,000 DOE Benefits Company Vehicle Matched Pension Flexible Working Structured Progression to Chief EngineerAre you a Mechanical Design Engineer looking for the next step in your career? Do you want to take ownership of complex engineering projects while developing the technical and leadership skills needed to progress into a future Chief Engineer position? This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established manufacturer of bespoke special purpose machinery, where you'll play a key role in the design, development and delivery of highly engineered solutions while working closely with senior leadership on the future direction of the engineering function. The Role Lead the design and development of bespoke special purpose machinery from concept through to manufacture and installation. Manage multiple engineering projects, taking ownership of technical decisions and project delivery. Produce detailed 2D and 3D CAD designs, engineering calculations and validation activities. Conduct stress calculations, design reviews and testing to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer requirements. Work directly with customers to understand technical challenges and develop innovative engineering solutions. Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, technical sales and leadership teams to drive continuous improvement and product development. Suppor...

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - £55,000-£65,000 + Company Car + Package - West Midlands An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join a specialist manufacturing division based in the West Midlands, located with excellent transport links. This Senior Mechanical Design Engineer position offers £55,000-£65,000 plus company car and full package, working within a small, highly skilled team of engineers designing bespoke special purpose machinery for heavy industry. There is clear succession planning in place, with the opportunity to shadow and progress into a Chief Engineer role. The Role The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will: Design bespoke lifting and handling equipment for heavy engineering applications Take projects from concept through to detailed manufacturing drawings Use Autodesk Inventor and Vault to produce 3D models and manufacturing documentation Produce stress calculations by hand, using Excel and FEA tools Compile risk assessments and ensure compliance with British and international standards Support manufacturing, testing, installation and commissioning Work closely with sales and manufacturing teams to interpret and develop customer requirements Identify technical challenges a...

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets.Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible.Safran h

Professional Technical Ltd is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join its team in the West Midlands. This role involves designing bespoke lifting and handling equipment for heavy engineering applications while providing opportunities for career progression to a Chief Engineer position. T

Act as a Contractor's Responsible Engineer for railway civil engineering or stations projects or act as an Engineering Manager on multi-disciplinary railway schemes. As a Principal or Chief Civil Engineer in our Bridges and Civils team within our Transportation business, you will play a crucial role

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - £55,000-£65,000 + Company Car + Package - West Midlands An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join a specialist manufacturing division based in the West Midlands, located with excellent transport links. This Senior Mechanical Design Engineer position offers £55,000-£65,000 plus company car and full package, working within a small, highly skilled team of engineers designing bespoke special purpose machinery for heavy industry. There is clear succession planning in place, with the opportunity to shadow and progress into a Chief Engineer role. The Role The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will: Design bespoke lifting and handling equipment for heavy engineering applications Take projects from concept through to detailed manufacturing drawings Use Autodesk Inventor and Vault to produce 3D models and manufacturing documentation Produce stress calculations by hand, using Excel and FEA tools Compile risk assessments and ensure compliance with British and international standards Support manufacturing, testing, installation and commissioning Work closely with sales and manufacturing teams to interpret and develop customer requirements Identify technical challenges and implement practical, cost-effective solutions Produce technical reports, certificates, quality records and operation & maintenance manuals Ensure designs are safe, compliant, manufacturable and economically viable Manage multiple live projects at various stages of development Carry out occasional site visits to client premises for data collection, technical discussions and commissioning support Qualifications & Experience The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer must have: Minimum HND (BSc Mechanical Engineering preferred) Proven experience designing special purpose machinery within heavy industry (essential) Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles and mechanics of materials Experience producing stress calculations (hand calculations + FEA) Proficiency with Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD and Vault Experience working to British & International standards (e.g. BS EN, LOLER, PUWER, UKCA) Knowledge of fabrication, welding processes and manufacturability Ability to produce technical documentation, O&M manuals and quality records Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects Candidates must be currently residing in the UK with full right to work documentation. Benefits £55,000-£65,000 salary Company car included (with travel to client sites) Clear progression to Chief Engineer level Work within a specialist, highly respected engineering team Exposure to complex, bespoke heavy industrial projects Stable, long-term opportunity within a growing manufacturing division This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong Senior Mechanical Design Engineer looking to step into a leadership-track position within heavy industrial special purpose machinery design

A leading property company is seeking an experienced Assistant Chief Engineer to join their client-side team in Central London, within walking distance of Waterloo Station. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a prestigious environment supporting the delivery of first-class engineering se

Amazon is seeking a Chief Engineer for Data Centre Engineering Operations in Greater London. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of electrical engineering, MS Office proficiency, and experience in critical infrastructure project management, working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Chief Engineer - Systems - Air Traffic. We are looking to recruit an experienced Engineer who understands the challenges.

Key PoC for DA’s and Engineers in helping to mature their Domain knowledge and overall understanding of the GCAP System. Key PoC for DA’s and Engineers in helping to mature their Domain knowledge and overall understanding of the GCAP System.

Chief Electronics Engineer - Role and Responsibilities - Engineering Manager / Electronic Design Engineer / Software. The appointed Chief Electronic Design Engineer will have at least 10 years' experience in electronic engineering with at least 5 years' experience in a senior / principle design engi

This position, which begins in June, includes serving as the primary deputy to the Chief Engineer onboard. Group is looking for a 2nd Engineer for a containership. The engineer will supervise daily operations, manage junior staff, and ensure the engine room's efficiency and cleanliness.

Deep expertise in systems engineering and/or technical business analysis, including requirements analysis, requirements management, and Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE). With a focus on delivery and operation, the Chief Engineer contributes to the development of solutions that influence stra

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Chief Engineer to oversee the operation and maintenance of electrical and mechanical systems in data centers in the United Kingdom. Knowledge of electrical engineering principles and experience with data center equipment is essential.

Create and deploy standard practices for Engineering Operations Technicians, Chief Engineers, and vendor support teams. As Chief Engineer, you will ensure that all electrical, mechanical, and fire/life‑safety equipment within the data center operates at peak efficiency, including planned preventiv

United Cerebral Palsy of Georgia is looking for a Chief Electronics Engineer to lead the design and development activities of a dedicated team. The ideal candidate will bring at least 10 years of experience in electronic engineering with strong people management skills. This role involves overseeing

Chief Engineer, Data Centre Engineering Operations, Data Centre Engineering Operations. Create and deploy standard practices for Engineering Operations Technicians, Chief Engineers, and vendor support teams. As Chief Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring that all electrical, mechanical, and

Experienced Systems Engineer for Air Traffic Control, hybrid role based in Whiteley, Hampshire, requiring SC clearance and customer travel.

Venatu Executive is working in partnership with a well-established organisation to appoint an experienced senior engineering leader who is passionate about developing teams, improving performance, and ensuring the delivery of a safe, reliable, and efficient engineering function. Reporting directly t

Chief Engineer (Substation - HV Plant). Closely collaborate with other Chief Engineers and Design Delivery Managers and promote collaboration within the discipline between the Designers and Technicians. This leading Tier One contractor in the T&D space work with regional, national and international

We are recruiting a systems engineer to support the development of an ATM system.

A specialist digital consultancy delivering large-scale transformation programmes across government and defence is looking for a Chief Combat Systems Engineer to help shape the future of mission-critical naval technology. Working closely with senior stakeholders across engineering, delivery and clie

As a Chief Engineer, you will sit at the heart of the Engineering Leadership Team, providing technical oversight across integrated project teams responsible for the development, manufacture, and support of advanced aerospace solutions. Are you ready to lead at the forefront of aerospace innovation?

Engineering Department Chief Engineer First Engineer What You Bring We’re seeking professionals who: Have all relevant STCW95 certifications for their role, including Chief Engineer CoC. Are you ready to join a dynamic crew and be part of ongoing operations with DFDS? We are recruiting Chief Engin

Mechanical Project Manager - Birmingham : £55,000 to £65,000 + Car/Allowance.A well-established and respected building services contractor is seeking a Mechanical Project Manager to join their team.With a strong track record of delivering mechanical projects across the UK, they operate in sectors