Mechanical Engineer (Water Sector)

Location: National (Priority Locations: Epsom, London, Peterborough, Cambridge)
Contract Length: 12 Months
Pay Rate: Negotiable
Working Pattern: Hybrid (3 days per week office/site based)

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join a leading engineering and design consultancy delivering major programmes across the UK Water sector. This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-profile water and wastewater infrastructure projects, supporting the delivery of innovative engineering solutions from concept through to construction.

The successful candidate will play a key role in the delivery of complex multi-disciplinary projects, providing technical leadership, design expertise, and mentoring support to developing engineers while ensuring projects are delivered to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate Mechanical Engineering design activities on complex water and wastewater projects.
• Deliver and review technical documentation including calculations, reports, drawings, specifications, and scopes of work.
• Produce high-quality mechanical designs covering equipment such as pumps, blowers, screens, chemical dosing systems, and associated process plant.
• Support project delivery teams in managing budgets, schedules, resources, and project milestones.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams across UK and international offices.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Ensure compliance with relevant UK legislation, design standards, and industry best practices.
• Contribute technical expertise to bid and tender submissions.
• Undertake quality assurance reviews and technical checks of engineering deliverables.
• Work independently to resolve complex engineering challenges and drive innovative design solutions.

Essential Requirements

• Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent discipline.
• Proven experience delivering Mechanical Engineering design within the UK Water sector.
• Strong background in water and wastewater treatment projects.
• Experience coordinating or leading Mechanical Engineering design teams within a consultancy environment.
• Practical knowledge of mechanical equipment integration including:
  • Pumps
  • Blowers
  • Screens
  • Chemical Dosing Systems
  • Associated Water Treatment Plant Equipment
• Solid understanding of UK design standards, legislation, and industry best practice.
• Working knowledge of:
  • CDM Regulations
  • DSEAR Regulations
  • Relevant Water Industry Standards
• Ability to produce and review engineering calculations, reports, and design documentation.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient in industry-standard engineering and analytical software.

Desirable Requirements

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Incorporated Engineer (IEng) status.
• Experience supporting tender and bid activities.
• Experience working on large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Previous mentoring or team leadership experience.

Key Competencies

• Strong technical problem-solving capability.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Commercial awareness and understanding of project delivery.
• Collaborative approach to multidisciplinary project environments.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Proactive and results-driven mindset.