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Shape the next generation of UK water infrastructure. We are seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to support a portfolio of long-term capital delivery programmes across the UK water sector. This is a contract role offering flexible working locations across England & Wales. You will be engaged on a range of infrastructure and non-infrastructure schemes within regulated water and wastewater environments, contributing to projects from early concept through to construction delivery. Assignments will vary from small rural assets to large, complex treatment and pumping facilities operating within AMP8 and AMP9 investment cycles. This opportunity suits a contractor who enjoys technical ownership, autonomy and working within multi-disciplinary delivery teams on high-value regulated frameworks.
Job Responsibility:
Deliver mechanical design outputs across all project stages including feasibility, concept, detailed design and construction support
Develop mechanical layouts, equipment schedules, technical specifications and design drawings
Select and specify mechanical plant and systems for water and wastewater treatment facilities
Carry out pumping station design including system modelling, headloss calculations and pump selection
Produce WIMES datasheets, valve schedules, P&IDs and lifting / maintenance strategies
Liaise with civil, electrical and process engineers to ensure coordinated, buildable solutions
Participate in technical reviews, value engineering and design assurance activities
Support bid development, cost forecasting and programme planning where required
Undertake site surveys, inspections and interface with contractors and equipment suppliers
Requirements:
Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
Working towards or holding Chartered status with a relevant professional institution (e.g. IMechE)
Proven background delivering mechanical designs within regulated water or wastewater environments
Strong technical capability in producing calculations, reports, specifications and coordinated design packages
Comfortable operating in fast-paced framework delivery environments with multiple stakeholders