Mechanical Engineer - Water

Manpower
Cambridge
1 week ago
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Mechanical Engineer - Water Sector
12 Month Contract | Hybrid | South East Preferred

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join a leading engineering consultancy delivering innovative infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. You will join a multi-disciplinary design team working on complex water and wastewater projects, supporting the delivery of major UK infrastructure programmes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead or coordinate a team of Mechanical Engineers delivering design work on complex multi-disciplinary projects

  • Produce and review technical deliverables including design reports, calculations, drawings and scopes of work

  • Deliver mechanical design solutions across pumping systems and water/wastewater treatment facilities

  • Collaborate with project management teams to meet project milestones, budgets and programmes

  • Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers

  • Support bid proposals and technical submissions

  • Ensure compliance with UK design standards, legislation and quality assurance processes

Requirements

  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)

  • Chartered or Incorporated Engineer preferred

  • Proven experience delivering mechanical design within the water sector

  • Strong knowledge of pumps, blowers, screens and chemical dosing systems

  • Understanding of UK design standards, CDM and DSEAR

  • Experience working within multi-disciplinary engineering teams

  • Strong communication and stakeholder collaboration skills

Contract Details

  • Minimum 12-month contract

  • Hybrid working available

  • Candidates ideally based in the South East


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