Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

A leading engineering and water infrastructure organisation is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join its growing team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a mechanical engineer with experience in the water and wastewater sector to play a key role in delivering high-quality, cost-effective engineering solutions across a range of projects.

The Role

• Producing and checking mechanical design deliverables, including drawings, specifications, schedules and calculations.


• Developing cost-effective designs that meet project specifications, programme and budget requirements.


• Coordinating mechanical designs with other engineering disciplines and contributing to 3D plant/site models.


• Working closely with construction teams, suppliers and other stakeholders to ensure designs are practical and buildable.


• Supporting proposals and tenders with technical input and cost estimates.


• Ensuring designs comply with relevant industry standards, CDM 2015 and health & safety requirements.


• Supporting the development of engineering processes and procedures.


• Mentoring and supporting less experienced engineers.


• Maintaining strong customer and stakeholder relationships throughout project delivery.

About You

• Significant experience in mechanical engineering design within the water, wastewater or process engineering sector.


• Experience designing mechanical aspects of water or wastewater treatment plants.


• A relevant Engineering degree/HND or equivalent experience.


• Chartered Engineer status or membership of a relevant professional institution.


• Good knowledge of water treatment, mechanical engineering and multidisciplinary project delivery.


• Working knowledge of CDM 2015 and relevant industry standards and regulations, including PUWER, LOLER, PSSR and DSEAR.


• Strong technical, analytical and communication skills.


• Experience mentoring or supervising engineering staff.


• The flexibility to travel to project sites and regional offices when required.


• A relevant Master's degree would be advantageous.


• Only those with proof of right to work in the UK should apply for this position.