Principal Engineer
CV-LibraryMK42, Kempston, BedfordpermanentPosted: 30 March 2026
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Bedford | £75,000 | Full-Time
Lead innovation. Shape strategy. Drive engineering excellence.
Bedford Pumps are looking for an experienced Principal Engineer to take a leading role in driving technical excellence, product innovation and engineering strategy across the business.
This is a senior position where you’ll work closely with leadership, sales and engineering teams to deliver high-quality, value-driven pumping solutions across the full project lifecycle.
The Role of a Principal Engineer
As Principal Engineer, you will:
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Lead R&D and innovation initiatives to support business growth
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Provide technical leadership across engineering teams
*
Translate customer requirements into practical, high-quality solutions
*
Support product strategy and standardisation to improve efficiency and reduce costs
*
Oversee pump and motor selection, design and performance
*
Lead root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
*
Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements
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Support customers with technical expertise across installation, operation and maintenance
About You
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Strong experience in mechanical engineering, ideally within pumps, rotating equipment or similar
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Solid understanding of hydraulics, pump design and performance
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Commercial awareness with the ability to align engineering with business needs
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Confident communicator with strong problem-solving skills
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Proactive, detail-oriented and able to work across multiple projects
Experience within the water industry or working with industry standards (ISO, API, HI) is beneficial but not essential.
What’s on Offer
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Salary: £75,000
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Bonus scheme
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Friday half-days
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Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
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Life assurance (4x salary)
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Pension scheme
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Buy holiday scheme
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Cycle to work scheme
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Employee Assistance Programme
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Ongoing training and development
*
Refer a friend scheme
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established engineering business and play a key role in shaping its future.
Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion
Bedford | £75,000 | Full-Time
Lead innovation. Shape strategy. Drive engineering excellence.
Bedford Pumps are looking for an experienced Principal Engineer to take a leading role in driving technical excellence, product innovation and engineering strategy across the business.
This is a senior position where you’ll work closely with leadership, sales and engineering teams to deliver high-quality, value-driven pumping solutions across the full project lifecycle.
The Role of a Principal Engineer
As Principal Engineer, you will:
*
Lead R&D and innovation initiatives to support business growth
*
Provide technical leadership across engineering teams
*
Translate customer requirements into practical, high-quality solutions
*
Support product strategy and standardisation to improve efficiency and reduce costs
*
Oversee pump and motor selection, design and performance
*
Lead root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
*
Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements
*
Support customers with technical expertise across installation, operation and maintenance
About You
*
Strong experience in mechanical engineering, ideally within pumps, rotating equipment or similar
*
Solid understanding of hydraulics, pump design and performance
*
Commercial awareness with the ability to align engineering with business needs
*
Confident communicator with strong problem-solving skills
*
Proactive, detail-oriented and able to work across multiple projects
Experience within the water industry or working with industry standards (ISO, API, HI) is beneficial but not essential.
What’s on Offer
*
Salary: £75,000
*
Bonus scheme
*
Friday half-days
*
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
*
Life assurance (4x salary)
*
Pension scheme
*
Buy holiday scheme
*
Cycle to work scheme
*
Employee Assistance Programme
*
Ongoing training and development
*
Refer a friend scheme
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established engineering business and play a key role in shaping its future.
Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion