Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors is hiring a Principal Mechanical Engineer to deliver engineering excellence in the design, assessment, and modification of complex mechanical systems for high-impact global infrastructure projects. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams in a highly regulated, safety-focused environment, acting as an intelligent customer on safety-critical contracts.
What You'll Do
- Specify, produce, and assess mechanical design packages for infrastructure projects to ensure technical accuracy and compliance.
- Define reliability, operational constraints, and maintenance requirements for mechanical systems including pumps, HVAC, pressure systems, cranes, and diesel generators.
- Evaluate material conditions, ageing mechanisms, and overall design integrity to ensure safe and efficient operation of facilities.
- Promote a robust safety and security culture in all work practices, acting as an intelligent customer for safety-critical contracts.
- Develop practical, creative, and cost-effective solutions for design modifications and infrastructure improvements.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders to ensure design compliance with British and international standards.
What We're Looking For
- HNC or equivalent qualification in mechanical or a relevant engineering discipline.
- Extensive experience in mechanical engineering, ideally in nuclear or other high-hazard industries.
- Strong understanding of mechanical systems such as pumps, HVAC, cranes, pressure systems, and diesel generators.
- Proven ability to make evidence-based decisions using multiple data sources.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.
- Strong time management skills, able to prioritize multiple high-impact tasks effectively.
- Experience interpreting and applying British and international mechanical design standards.
Nice to Have
- Degree-level qualification or incorporated engineer status.
Team & Environment
You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams on complex projects.
Benefits & Compensation
- Competitive salary package with performance-based incentives.
- Opportunities to work on high-profile, global infrastructure projects.
- Career progression opportunities across multiple business lines: operations, project, technical, sales, and support functions.
- Access to employee assistance programmes, including wellbeing and mental health support.
- Discounts on leisure activities, restaurants, eye care, cycle-to-work schemes, and flu vaccinations.
- Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid working options.
- Opportunity to work in a highly regulated, safety-focused environment with global impact.
Work Mode
This is a remote position based in the United Kingdom, with hybrid working options typically involving three days in the office.
Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors is an equal opportunity employer.
