Senior Mechanical Engineer – Water Civil Engineering

Overview

In this role you will shape mechanical designs for water and wastewater projects, contributing across the full lifecycle from feasibility to construction. You join a multidisciplinary team to deliver robust, cost-effective solutions that support sustainable communities. You’ll lead technical deliverables and mentor colleagues, with opportunities to pursue chartership with support from mentors. This position offers development, collaboration, and a chance to contribute to major water infrastructure and environmental goals.

Pay / Benefits

• Agile working
• Career and Professional Development
• Private healthcare
• Pension
• 26 days’ annual leave
• Professional subscriptions

Responsibilities

• Lead development of mechanical designs for clean water and wastewater infrastructure from feasibility to construction
• Produce high-quality technical deliverables (P&IDs, valve/penstock schedules, mechanical specs, aboveground layouts)
• Lead key engineering calculations (pump sizing, safe access, maintenance arrangements, equipment selection)
• Mentor junior colleagues and support their development
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver cost-effective, compliant solutions
• Represent the firm at client meetings and contribute innovative, low-carbon solutions
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety requirements and procedures

Key requirements

• Degree or equivalent in mechanical engineering or related field
• Working towards a professional qualification with a professional institution (e.g. ICE, IMechE)
• Experience with consultant or contractor environments (desirable)
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles for water projects
• Familiarity with Health & Safety legislation (CDM) and CAD
• Strong written communication and ability to annotate drawings and write reports
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work in multidisciplinary teams
• Willingness to learn, grow, and take on new challenges

• collaborative mindset
• strong communication
• willingness to learn
• CAD
• P&IDs
• mechanical specifications

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