Technical Director Mechanical Engineering

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Technical Director Mechanical Engineering page is loaded## Technical Director Mechanical Engineeringlocations: GB.United Kingdom: GB.Cambridge.Wellbrook Courttime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-141099### Job DescriptionShape the Future of our cities and environments.Bring your skills to the mix as a Technical Director in Mechanical Engineering, you'll play a vital role leading in every aspect of business development and mechanical engineering on Transformational Programmes for critical infrastructure with opportunities to work on iconic engineering projects at home and abroad. You will play a strategic role as an industry leader in your discipline, bringing people together to shape innovative and viable solutions to some of the most complex challenges facing society.We specialise in all aspects of mechanical engineering, within multiple challenging and engaging sectors such as Water, Aviation, Defence, Energy, Cities & Development and Education. We continue to provide industry-leading engineering solutions right through the project lifecycle, with value added through client-side support as well as construction phases. If being a part of a team with a passion for this industry is for you then we would love to talk to you.We currently have opportunities in our All UK office.Your Purpose: Be accountable for technical delivery and safety, to high-quality levels across multiple projects and programmes, acting as a point of escalation for resolutions of complex technical matters. Set our technical strategic direction for projects and bid proposals, as well as acting as a subject-matter-expert. Lead an agenda of technical excellence and continuous improvement in the practice whilst being accountable for quality assurance standards in design. Work closely with teams in the UK and overseas to deliver integrated design solutions. Accountable for quality assurance standards in design. Grow, develop and manage mechanical engineering capability within the practice. Bring pioneering innovation, contribute to advances in knowledge and understanding, and provide vision and inspiration to others. Be a strategic partner for our Clients, sought out by them as a go-to person within your technical field.What you can bring: Chartered or Fellow Mechanical Engineer.* Influential and esteemed leadership, internally and externally.* Multi-disciplinary integration and co-ordination experience and expertise.* Comprehensive knowledge in mechanical equipment such as pumps, blowers, screens and chemical dosing plant as well as a deep understanding of current UK design standards and working practices.* Nationally or international recognised subject matter expertise in your discipline(s).* A strategic and transformational mindset.We know that different people have different priorities, which is why we're here to support you and why we’re ranked as one of LinkedIn’s Top 25 Companies as well as one of the Times Top 50 employers for women. Flexible and remote working is a central part of our culture. So talk to us about what's ideal for you – from reduced weeks to buying more leave over school holidays. And if you're returning from a career break, ask us how we can help you transition back into work with us.As an organisation, we’re committed to engineering a better future for our people and our planet, from leading the way on global Engineering Net-Zero programmes to creating social value through EDAROTH community housing, we are proud to do our bit for the society we live in.*Security clearance:This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.#LI-INFRASTRUCTURE | #LI-UK #DAT### Worker TypeEmployee### Job TypeRegularAt AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.*
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