Principal Engineer, Technical Safety

Principal Engineer, Technical SafetyWorking LocationSouth East EnglandPermanentHybrid working with strong remote flexibilityAbout the RoleIf you're a Technical Safety Engineer ready to lead the discipline on major energy projects, with real influence over how safe plant design is delivered, this is a genuine step up.You will be working with a well-established engineering organisation on major energy projects across both conventional energy and decarbonisation. Operating at Principal level, you will lead technical safety on larger, more complex projects, shape methodologies, and help develop the engineers around you.Why This Role Stands OutPrincipal-level ownership of technical safety on large, complex projectsExposure to a portfolio aligned with the energy transition, including decarbonised and innovative technologiesGenuine hybrid working with strong remote flexibilityReal leadership scope, including mentoring, training, and deputising for the discipline leadInternational project exposure and travel opportunitiesKey ResponsibilitiesLead the technical safety discipline on larger and more complex projectsEnsure all activities behind the design of a safe plant are completedPrepare complex and unique calculationsCheck and approve deliverables from more junior engineers and investigate alternative solutionsAct as the discipline technical representative with senior stakeholders and third partiesManage technical deviations from company standards through to review and approvalCoordinate technical safety resources on complex projects, balancing workload and competenciesCoordinate onsite pre-commissioning, commissioning, start-up, and performance test activitiesSupport proposals with technical input and discipline manhour estimatesMentor, coach, and deliver technical safety training to less experienced engineersRequirementsSufficient experience to lead large projects across a range of technical safety activitiesAbility to oversee work conducted by third-party engineering contractorsSignificant technical expertise in at least one relevant area or technologyStrong skills in risk assessment methodologies (preferred)Detailed knowledge of quality procedures and national and international standardsExcellent communication skills with a collaborative, decision-ready approachDegree in a relevant engineering discipline (for example, Chemical Engineering), accredited by the relevant chartered institute (for example, IChemE)How to ApplyPlease send your CV or contact details to the recruitment contact provided in the original communication and they will be in touch.TPBN1_UKTJ