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Senior Mechanical Engineer (@one Alliance)

Binnies
Peterborough
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Binnies Peterborough, England, United Kingdom

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The Vacancy

@one Alliance.

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Location: Peterborough ¦ Hybrid working available

Who are we?

The @one Alliance is a collaborative partnership between eight industry leaders – Anglian Water, Balfour Beatty, Barhale, Binnies, MMB, MWH Treatment, Skanska, and SWECO – along with our extended supply chain. Together, we deliver over half of Anglian Water’s capital investment programme.

The Vacancy

Binnies an RSK Group company is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join us as part of our @one Alliance.

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Location: Peterborough ¦ Hybrid working available

Who are we?

The @one Alliance is a collaborative partnership between eight industry leaders – Anglian Water, Balfour Beatty, Barhale, Binnies, MMB, MWH Treatment, Skanska, and SWECO – along with our extended supply chain. Together, we deliver over half of Anglian Water’s capital investment programme.

As we prepare for AMP8 – our most ambitious and innovative asset management period yet – we’re growing our team to meet the challenge. With a focus on sustainability, digital transformation, and engineering excellence, there’s never been a more exciting time to get involved.

Your role

We’re seeking a knowledgeable and driven Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and technical delivery of mechanical systems across water and water recycling (non-infrastructure) projects. In this senior role, you’ll be responsible for ensuring that engineering solutions are technically sound, efficient, sustainable, and aligned with project goals.

What you’ll be doing:

  • Leading mechanical design activities across a portfolio of projects, from initial feasibility through to detailed design and delivery support.
  • Producing and reviewing technical specifications, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and industry standards.
  • Coordinating closely with project managers, multidisciplinary teams, suppliers, and contractors to achieve integrated project outcomes.
  • Supporting hazard studies, design reviews, and safety assessments such as HAZOP and HAZCON.
  • Driving innovation by adopting digital design tools, promoting offsite construction, and contributing to decarbonisation efforts.
  • Providing support during construction and commissioning phases, resolving technical queries and ensuring buildability.
  • Offering technical leadership to junior engineers, reviewing their work, and helping them develop their skills.
  • Feeding into continuous improvement and technical governance processes, sharing lessons learned and best practice.

What we’re looking for:

  • A degree in Mechanical Engineering (or a related discipline); Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status is desirable, or working towards it.
  • Strong experience delivering mechanical design within the water, utilities, or infrastructure sectors.
  • In-depth knowledge of mechanical systems, UK design codes, CDM regulations, and health and safety requirements.
  • Competence in using CAD and other design tools (e.g. Autodesk Plant 3D, or similar).
  • A collaborative mindset, with experience working in multidisciplinary environments.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical detail clearly and confidently.
  • A problem-solving approach with a drive to innovate, improve efficiency, and embed sustainable thinking.

Why join us?

At the @one Alliance, you’ll be part of a genuinely collaborative environment where your voice is heard, your ideas are encouraged, and your growth is supported. Working on projects that directly impact communities, you’ll help to build a resilient and sustainable water network for the future.

We offer flexible working, clear development pathways, and the chance to work with experts from across eight leading organisations. It’s not just a job – it’s a place to grow, lead, and make a meaningful difference.

About Us

We develop intelligent solutions using our award-winning integrated planning and design approach to deliver functional infrastructure and lasting environmental and social legacies. This is backed by a culture that has stayed true since our foundation over 100 years ago. We create new possibilities for humanity through our innovative approach to delivery.

Together with our clients, we are always striving to find a smarter way to deliver projects. From providing low carbon, sustainable and resilient water solutions, flood alleviation and environment services, to connecting people with insights and data. Our business exists to improve the quality of life for our local communities today and for generations to come.

Binnies is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.

At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.

Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.

If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?

Benefits

Private Health Insurance

Income Protection

High Street Vouchers

Life Assurance

Annual Leave Purchase

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounted Gym Membership

Mental Health Support

Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Seniority level

  • Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

  • Employment typeFull-time

Job function

  • Job functionEngineering and Information Technology
  • IndustriesCivil Engineering

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