Associate Director Mechanical Engineering

Snc-Lavalin; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Flexible holiday allowances

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Snc-Lavalin seeks an Associate Director Mechanical Engineer in Birmingham to lead technical design for complex projects in the Water market. Candidates should have a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chartered status, and experience in delivering large-scale projects. The role offers hybrid working, significant career development, and involvement in transformative engineering projects across the UK. Join a collaborative team where diverse perspectives are valued and supported.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading large-scale Mechanical engineering design delivery.
• Expert knowledge of current design codes and standards.
• Experience in the Water market is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team delivering technical design on complex projects.
• Manage design deliverables for Mechanical aspects and key project milestones.
• Provide technical leadership within the discipline.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical design

Communication

Analytical software proficiency

Project management

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Chartered Mechanical Engineer

Tools

Pumping systems

Water & wastewater treatment design

Job description

Associate Director Mechanical Engineering page is loaded## Associate Director Mechanical Engineeringlocations: GB.Birmingham - Chamberlain Square: GB.Derby.4 Roundhouse Road: GB.Cardiff.2 Capital Quarter Tyndall street: GB.Exeter.Aperture West: GB.Bristol.The Hubtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-154150### **Job Description**## Overview**Shape the Future of our cities and environments.**Join and take a leading role in shaping the future of our cities and environments.We are looking for an energetic and experienced Associate Director Mechanical Engineer to join our team within the Design & Advanced Technology (D&AT) Practice of . You’ll be part of a talented, multi-disciplinary team delivering cutting edge, iconic projects to our Water market clients – clients such as Wessex Water, Welsh Water, Severn Trent Water, South West Water, Environment Agency, as well as other regional water authorities.As a key member of our team, you’ll play a vital role in delivering transformational programmes for critical UK infrastructure, with opportunities to work on landmark engineering projects both domestically and internationally. We’re committed to providing industry-leading solutions throughout the project lifecycle, adding value through client-side and construction-phase support.Become part of a team where every voice matters, and together we can tackle our clients’ toughest challenges. We foster a diverse and inclusive environment where world-class talent thrives without boundaries. For us, collaboration isn’t a buzzword. We value the different perspectives our people bring and recognise everyone for their contributions equally.We also know that different people have different priorities, which is why we’re here to support you with whatever you need.We offer hybrid working which involves 3 days per week being office/site based. This position is based in our Bristol, Exeter, Cardiff, Swansea, Birmingham, or Derby offices.## Your role* The role will offer a challenging and rewarding opportunity to apply knowledge, experience, and problem-solving skills whilst providing good opportunities for career development.* As an Associate Director Mechanical Engineer in the D&AT practice, the successful candidate would have the following responsibilities:* Lead a team of Mechanical engineers for delivery of technical design work on complex multi-disciplinary projects following relevant national and project specific design codes and standards, and to high-quality levels in areas such as pumping systems and water & wastewater treatment design.* Lead on the development of project design deliverables for Mechanical aspects of complex multi-disciplinary projects and work with the project management team to successfully manage time and budgets to key project milestones and programmes.* Responsible for managing production, reviewing, and approving technical deliverables such as design reports, drawings, calculations, and scopes of work*.** Provide Technical Leadership within discipline for the regional and national D&AT practice and influence D&AT Practice wide initiatives and recommend best practices to improve internal process and services.* Grow, develop, and manage the Mechanical Engineering capabilities within the regional and/or nationally practice.* Work independently with guidance in only the most challenging situations. Exercise personal judgement to solve difficult problems where appropriate and provide guidance to junior team members.* Advise client, operational, project, or service activities within project teams and wider D&AT Practice initiatives.* Manage or collaborate on technical aspects of bid proposals.* Work closely with a multi-disciplinary team in the UK and overseas to deliver integrated design solutions.## About you* A degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.* Chartered Mechanical Engineer.* Proven experience in leading large-scale Mechanical engineering design delivery for a design consultancy including within a multi-disciplinary environment.* Takes broad perspective to identify innovative solutions, challenges the status quo.* The role requires comprehensive knowledge and proven practical experience in the design integration of a wide range of mechanical equipment, including pumps, blowers, screens, and chemical dosing systems. Additionally, it demands a thorough understanding of current UK design standards, relevant legislation, and established industry practices.* Demonstrates exemplary communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly and effectively to diverse stakeholders.* Expert knowledge of current design codes and standards as well as industry best practices including a strong understanding of legislation such as CDM and DSEAR.* Proficiency in applicable analytical software and related tools.* Experience in Water market is essential.* A proactive, highly motivated mindset with a collaborative approach to drive teamwork and shared success across projects and the wider AtkinsRéalis D&AT practice.* Comfortable liaising with stakeholders at all levels both internally and externally.## Rewards & benefitsExplore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.## About AtkinsRéalisWe're , a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.## Additional information**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 creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.**#DAT** **#LI-UKI**### **Worker Type**Employee### **Job Type**Regular*At* *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.*