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Principal Mechanical Engineer Location: GloucestershireSalary: £70,000 – £90,000Contract: PermanentRole Overview – Principal Mechanical EngineerAre you a highly experienced Mechanical Engineer with deep expertise in downhole drilling systems and a passion for improving, refining, and sustaining complex mechanical products? This is an excellent opportunity to join an innovative engineering organisation developing advanced drilling technologies for extreme environments.Based in Gloucestershire, you will take a senior technical lead role focused on the sustaining engineering of next‑generation drilling tools. You’ll be responsible for ensuring that existing products continue to meet performance, reliability, and safety expectations throughout their lifecycle. This includes design improvements, problem resolution, qualification support, tooling and fixture updates, and engineering change management.Operating in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment, you’ll work closely with engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and external partners to maintain and enhance the performance of cutting‑edge drilling systems that support the advancement of deep geothermal energy.Key Responsibilities – Principal Mechanical Engineer Lead sustaining engineering activities for advanced downhole drilling systems, focusing on reliability, durability, and long‑term product performance.Perform detailed mechanical analysis, redesign, and verification to address product issues and improve robustness.Support testing, qualification, and troubleshooting of existing drilling tools, including hands‑on involvement in build and tear‑down activities.Drive engineering improvement initiatives based on field data, failure modes, and operational feedback.Produce and maintain high‑quality engineering documentation—drawings, calculations, technical reports, and design updates.Collaborate with procurement, manufacturing, quality, and QHSE to assess design changes, manage engineering risk, and ensure compliance.Work closely with suppliers and external partners to resolve technical challenges related to manufacture, assembly, and component performance.Support technical risk identification, assessment, and mitigation throughout the sustaining phase.Champion a strong HSEQ culture in all sustaining and engineering activities. Key Experience & Qualifications – Principal Mechanical Engineer 5+ years’ mechanical engineering experience, ideally focused on downhole drilling tools, harsh‑environment systems, or complex mechanical productsStrong background in sustaining engineering, reliability improvement, and lifecycle support for complex mechanical or electromechanical systems.Deep understanding of tool performance in extreme conditions (high temperature, pressure, vibration, shock).Expertise in machine design, mechanisms, hydraulics, actuators, fatigue, and load‑bearing structures.Hands‑on capability supporting assembly, testing, failure investigation, and corrective action activities.Proficiency with engineering tools such as Autodesk Inventor, Autodesk Vault, ANSYS (FEA/CFD), SAP, and MS Office.Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.BSME required, MSME preferred Benefits – Principal Mechanical Engineer Competitive salary: £70,000 – £90,000Opportunity to support the development of cutting‑edge geothermal drilling technologyWork within a fast‑paced engineering environment solving complex mechanical challengesCollaboration with highly experienced engineering and industry specialistsStrong benefits package and long‑term progression opportunitiesDirect impact on a global clean‑energy innovation program For more information on this role, please contact Ben Dawson on 01453 829522 or send your CV to [email protected] details of other opportunities available within your chosen field, please visit www.omegaresource.co.ukOmega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.

Role: Senior ToolmakerLocation: Cheltenham£40,000 - £45,000Day Shift 7.45am – 4.45pm (12.30pm finish on Friday)Benefits:flexible working and excellent benefits including 27 days holiday allowance (before bank holidays), 3 days’ paid volunteering leave, comprehensive private healthcare, enhanced pension plan, life assurance, optional participation in a Share Ownership Plan, free onsite parking.Overview:This market leading engineering company are recruiting for a Senior Toolmaker to join their site in Cheltenham. The company manufacture and supply a range of specialist products to various industries across the globe.In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for producing and maintaining tooling and ancillary equipment used in the manufacture, assembly, and testing of our product range.Responsibilities: Supervision of Toolroom staff and control of areas of responsibility.Maintain good Housekeeping and high 5S standards in all areas of the Toolroom.Ensure H&S regulations & procedures are adhered to at all time.Fully support the Production Engineering Dept. with the delivery of the departmental strategy and associated Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s).Manage all aspects of Tool Orders (Breakdowns, Planned Maintenance and general) and drive to complete punctually with prompt closure of jobs.Sub-Contractor Management.Identify, drive and support Continuous Improvement and Reliability initiatives.Manage the Backlog with proactive planning.Actively support Projects.Awareness of costs and expenditure to support budget control. Requirements: Tool and Fixture manufacture experienceExperience in a production environment and familiarity with CNC and conventional manufacturing methods. Strong knowledge of manufacturing engineering principles.Ability or experience of leading a teamDemonstrable problem-solving abilityExperience of working with a Material Requirements Planning (MRP) system  For further details, please contact Nick Sollis – 01453 829767 or email your cv [email protected] Resource Group are an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Oil & Gas, Construction and Manufacturing sectors.We are always seeking Engineering Staff, Senior Managers, Skilled and Semi-Skilled Machinists, Mechanical Fitters, Electrical Fitters, Quality Engineers, Materials Science Engineers, Maintenance Engineers, Electronics Engineers, Test Technicians, Technical Authors and Laboratory Technicians to name but a few.Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.

Role: Toolmaker Team LeaderLocation: Cheltenham£40,000 - £45,000Day Shift 7.45am – 4.45pm (12.30pm finish on Friday)Benefits:flexible working and excellent benefits including 27 days holiday allowance (before bank holidays), 3 days’ paid volunteering leave, comprehensive private healthcare, enhanced pension plan, life assurance, optional participation in a Share Ownership Plan, free onsite parking.Overview:This market leading engineering company are recruiting for a Toolmaker Team Leader to join their site in Cheltenham. The company manufacture and supply a range of specialist products to various industries across the globe.In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for producing and maintaining tooling and ancillary equipment used in the manufacture, assembly, and testing of our product range.Responsibilities: Supervision of Toolroom staff and control of areas of responsibility.Maintain good Housekeeping and high 5S standards in all areas of the Toolroom.Ensure H&S regulations & procedures are adhered to at all time.Fully support the Production Engineering Dept. with the delivery of the departmental strategy and associated Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s).Manage all aspects of Tool Orders (Breakdowns, Planned Maintenance and general) and drive to complete punctually with prompt closure of jobs.Sub-Contractor Management.Identify, drive and support Continuous Improvement and Reliability initiatives.Manage the Backlog with proactive planning.Actively support Projects.Awareness of costs and expenditure to support budget control. Requirements: Tool and Fixture manufacture experienceExperience in a production environment and familiarity with CNC and conventional manufacturing methods. Strong knowledge of manufacturing engineering principles.Ability or experience of leading a teamDemonstrable problem-solving abilityExperience of working with a Material Requirements Planning (MRP) system  For further details, please contact Nick Sollis – 01453 829767 or email your cv [email protected] Resource Group are an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Oil & Gas, Construction and Manufacturing sectors. We are always seeking Engineering Staff, Senior Managers, Skilled and Semi-Skilled Machinists, Mechanical Fitters, Electrical Fitters, Quality Engineers, Materials Science Engineers, Maintenance Engineers, Electronics Engineers, Test Technicians, Technical Authors and Laboratory Technicians to name but a few.Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.

Position: Assembly Technician (Electronics)Type: Permanent, OnsiteIndustry: Energy/Advanced ManufacturingLocation: GloucestershireSalary: £30,000 to £35,000 per annum + BonusProfile –Assembly Technician (Electronics)Our client is a leading provider of equipment and service solutions to technically challenging sectors around the globe.Job Role – Assembly Technician (Electronics)The Assembly Technician shall build and document the production of products.Duties – Assembly Technician (Electronics)• Build various stages of assemblies• Solder to IPC standards (Training available)• Able to recognise electronic components.• Understand electrical wiring and mechanical drawings• Familiar with a range of hand tools• Test to in house specifications• Timely completion of product testing• Manage your own time effectively.• Work within an EPA (Electrostatic Protected Area)Experience/Qualifications – Assembly Technician (Electronics)• J-STD-001 QualifiedCandidates who are currently an Electronic Technician, Electrical Technician, Production Operator, Manufacturing Operator, Electronic Assembler, Electrical Assembler, Technician, Wire Person, Wireperson and Test TechnicianTo make an application for this role please submit your CV to [email protected] or for more information call 01453829529.For details of other opportunities available within your chose field please visit our website www.omegaresource.co.ukOmega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.