Principle Engineer

Job Title: Principal Engineer - Gas Distribution

Location: Sheffield (Hybrid - 2 days per week)

Salary: discussed upon application

Permanent

Office Based / WHF 2 days a week + flexible working hours

Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

Technical Partners is recruiting for an experienced Principal Engineer on behalf of a leading engineering and technology organisation.

This senior leadership role will see you leading the design, integration, and delivery of advanced control systems across complex, safety-critical projects within the gas and wider energy sector. You'll take ownership of projects from concept through to commissioning, providing technical leadership, mentoring engineers, and acting as a key client interface.

Benefits

Competitive salary
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Buy/sell up to 5 days holiday
Flexible working hours and Flexi Fridays
Private Medical Insurance
Company Pension & Life Assurance
Professional membership fees paid
Employee Assistance Programme and GP access
Enhanced family-friendly policies
Employee Referral Scheme
Key Responsibilities

Lead the design and integration of complex control systems
Oversee testing, validation, commissioning, and project handover
Produce and approve technical documentation and specifications
Manage technical delivery, project resources, budgets, and risks
Lead technical reviews and resolve engineering challenges
Act as the primary technical contact for clients
Mentor and develop engineering teams
Support bids and tenders with technical input and approvals
Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and engineering standards
Collaborate with software, hardware, manufacturing, and project teams
About You

You'll have:

At least 7 years' experience in systems engineering, control systems, hardware, or electrical design
Experience delivering projects within regulated industries such as gas, energy, nuclear, utilities, or industrial manufacturing
Strong knowledge of AutoCAD Electrical, PLC, SCADA, and HMI systems
Experience managing full project lifecycles, including commissioning
A solid understanding of systems integration, quality standards, and client delivery
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Why Apply?

Our client is a specialist engineering and technology business delivering automation, control, and digital transformation solutions across critical infrastructure.

This is an opportunity to join a highly respected organisation where you'll influence engineering strategy, lead technically challenging projects, and play a key role in developing the next generation of engineers.

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