Principal Mechanical Engineer, Water Sector
Core
Design mechanical installations for water and wastewater infrastructure, including pump stations, piping, and valves, supporting multi-billion-pound capital programmes across the UK.
Role type
Principal Mechanical Engineer (Water Sector)
Builds
Water and wastewater infrastructure schemes, non-infrastructure projects, and engineering consultancy services for major UK water utilities.
Domain
Water infrastructure and wastewater engineering
Required skills
Pump station design, piping design, valve selection, hydraulics, engineering report review, design drawing approval, technical specification creation, site surveying, P&ID production
Preferred skills
Chartered Engineer status (IMechE), experience with MEICA solutions, collaboration with international Enterprise Capabilities centres
Technologies
P&IDs, technical specifications, design drawings, engineering reports
Responsibilities
Develop feasibility studies, outline and detailed designs, and provide construction support; Create design drawings, select mechanical plant, and prepare technical specifications; Manage project budgets, schedules, and deliverables; Conduct site surveys and liaise with clients, contractors, and suppliers; Design mechanical installations for water and wastewater systems; Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including civil, electrical, and process engineers.
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic delivery responsibilities