Principal Mechanical Engineer

As a Principal Mechanical Engineer, you will contribute to projects that significantly impact our environment and communities. Working primarily in the UK water market, we provide the feasibility, design, construction, and commissioning services needed to keep water flowing and wastewater treated. You’ll work on projects that make a real difference to our environment and our communities by enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of water and wastewater treatment systems.

You will play a pivotal role in shaping the mechanical functions throughout the lifecycle of various projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee the design, planning, and execution of the mechanical engineering aspects of our projects.
  
  
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to our mechanical engineers and project teams. Develop knowledge and excellence within the team.
  
  
• Mentor and develop junior engineers and team members.
  
  
• Lead the development of the mechanical design of water and wastewater infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects through the project lifecycle encompassing P&IDs, valve schedules, pumps, tanks, process equipment, above ground pipework, lifting and access steelwork
  
  
• Coordinate with the wider design team of Electrical, Civil, Geotech and Process engineers.
  
  
• Work closely with the project teams to ensure applications of client’s asset standards and engage in particular technical discussions on best practice and standards waivers.
  
  
• Working closely and collaboratively with the commercial, operational and construction teams to develop efficient, practical and safe solutions throughout design stages, construction and beyond
  
  
• Positively engage with the client, managing relationships and adopting a one-team approach to supporting them in achieving their aims.
  
  What you’ll need:
  
  
• Chartered Mechanical Engineer or above
  
  
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related field
  
  
• Strong knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, practices, and standards relating to process industries.
  
  
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
  
  
• Proven ability to manage multiple design tasks and meet deadlines