Principal Systems Engineer

Job Description

Principal Systems Engineer

Location – Coventry

Salary range - £55,000 to £65,000

Are you passionate about Systems Engineering and Model-Based Systems Engineering? Are you ready to lead, inspire, and collaborate to drive excellence across engineering disciplines? If so, we want you to join our team as a Systems Engineering Subject Matter Expert.

Your duties:

• Provide subject matter expertise and guidance on Systems Engineering and MBSE to internal and external stakeholders.
• Coach and mentor colleagues in Systems Engineering practices, helping to build their skills and confidence.
• Lead and supervise the adaptation and development of Systems Engineering practices tailored to specific projects or programs.
• Communicate effectively and negotiate with stakeholders to ensure the development and delivery of optimised systems.
• Demonstrate deep expertise in your domain, while rapidly assimilating and applying new domain knowledge.
• Work collaboratively across engineering disciplines and with other functions to ensure integrated, effective solutions.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• A comprehensive understanding of Systems Engineering, including its approaches, processes, and procedures.
• A strong foundation in engineering science—encompassing physics, chemistry, and mathematics.
• Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience in a STEM-related discipline.
• Awareness of the interdisciplinary factors impacting system design, including engineering, law, commerce, management, logistics, and politics.
• Membership in a relevant professional institution and Chartered status, or demonstrable progress toward Chartership.
• A proven track record of coaching and mentoring, supporting the development of peers and teams.

Your Attributes

• Exceptional problem-solving skills with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
• Outstanding communication and negotiation abilities.
• A passion for collaboration and working across diverse disciplines.
• Adaptability and a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.