Principal Engineer

Principal Engineer – Off-Highway Product Development
Staffordshire / East Midlands

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and driven Principal Engineer to join a world-leading manufacturer in the off-highway machinery sector, working on the next generation of innovative vehicles. This is a key technical leadership role, focused on shaping future product developments that will set new standards globally.

About the Role

You’ll play a pivotal part in leading the design and development of innovative new machines as part of an ambitious, multi-year programme. Reporting to the Design Manager, you’ll work within a collaborative global engineering environment and take ownership for the technical delivery of projects from concept to production.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate design and technical reviews across multiple product areas.
• Define and develop new design concepts, specifications and design briefs.
• Ensure system design and machine integration meet business and customer requirements.
• Check and approve technical drawings to ensure engineering and quality standards are met.
• Oversee drawing release plans and manage resources across concurrent NPI projects.
• Supervise project engineers and coordinate timing plans, reporting progress to senior management.
• Work closely with global partners in design, manufacturing, service, and marketing functions.
• Occasional travel may be required.

About You

• Degree-qualified Engineer with 5+ years’ experience in a relevant mechanical or off-highway vehicle environment.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems and engineering principles.
• Skilled in 3D CAD, ideally Siemens NX (Unigraphics).
• Confident leading design reviews, making informed technical decisions, and influencing cross-functional teams.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of driving projects through to delivery.
• Background in construction, agricultural, or off-highway machinery is advantageous.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive package 
• Generous benefits including excellent pension, private medical and professional development support
• The opportunity to influence global product strategy and innovation
• This is a rare chance to take a leading role in the design and development of cutting-edge products that make a difference on sites around the world.

Apply now to be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking engineering team driving innovation in the off-highway machinery sector.

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