Principal Mechanical Engineer, Water Sector
Core
Lead mechanical engineering design for water and wastewater infrastructure projects, from feasibility to detailed design and construction support.
Role type
Principal Mechanical Engineer (Water Sector)
Builds
Multi-discipline engineering designs for water and wastewater infrastructure schemes.
Domain
Water and wastewater infrastructure
Required skills
pump station design, piping design, valve selection, hydraulics, engineering report review, design drawing production, technical specification creation, site surveying, P&ID production, project budget and schedule management
Preferred skills
Chartered Engineer status (IMechE), experience with multi-billion pound capital programmes, collaboration with Tier 1 contractors
Technologies
MEICA solutions, P&ID tools, hydraulic modeling software
Responsibilities
Develop feasibility studies, outline and detailed designs; Create design drawings and prepare technical specifications; Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams; Ensure high technical quality and contribute to bids; Manage project budgets and schedules; Design mechanical installations for pumps, screens, valves, and odour control; Conduct site surveys and liaise with clients and contractors.
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic delivery responsibility