Associate Director Mechanical Engineering

Snc-Lavalin; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Director in Mechanical Engineering to lead innovative projects that shape the future of UK infrastructure. This role offers the opportunity to work on iconic projects, driving technical design and collaborating with diverse teams. The company fosters a supportive and inclusive environment, committed to delivering engineering solutions that benefit both people and the planet. If you are passionate about mechanical engineering and want to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible working

Family-friendly policies

Diversity and inclusion support networks

Qualifications

• Lead technical design teams adhering to high-quality benchmarks.
• Deep knowledge of mechanical equipment and UK design standards.

Responsibilities

• Define project briefs and scopes of work for multidisciplinary projects.
• Manage time and budgets to meet project milestones.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Project Management

Design Delivery

Knowledge of UK Design Standards

Education

Chartered or Fellow Mechanical Engineer

Job description

Job Description

Shape the Future of our cities and environments.

Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? Join our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients' challenges head-on. We offer a diverse and inclusive work environment where world-class talent thrives regardless of background.

Bring your skills as an Associate Director in Mechanical Engineering to play a key role in all aspects of mechanical engineering on Transformational Programmes for critical UK infrastructure, with opportunities to work on iconic projects at home and abroad.

We specialise in all facets of mechanical engineering across sectors such as Water, Aviation, Defence, Energy, Cities & Development, and Education. We deliver industry-leading solutions throughout the project lifecycle, including client-side support and construction phases. If you are passionate about this industry, we would love to hear from you.

Current opportunities are available in our Cardiff office.

Your Purpose

• Own and lead teams undertaking technical design work following relevant standards and high-quality benchmarks.
• Define project briefs, scopes of work, and contribute to bid proposals.
• Manage time and budgets effectively to meet project milestones and schedules.
• Collaborate with UK and overseas teams to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Set quality assurance standards in design processes.
• Develop and manage mechanical engineering capabilities within the practice.

What you can bring

• Chartered or Fellow Mechanical Engineer.
• Experience in design delivery, including multidisciplinary projects.
• Deep knowledge of mechanical equipment such as pumps, blowers, screens, and chemical dosing plants, along with a strong understanding of UK design standards and practices.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

We are ranked among LinkedIn's Top 25 Companies in the UK and are recognized as a Top 50 employer for women. Our Infrastructure team uses innovation and data-driven approaches to deliver complex projects for future infrastructure, challenging the status quo.

We are committed to engineering solutions that benefit people and the planet, from our Net-Zero programme to social value initiatives. We foster active employee networks supporting diversity and inclusion, and support community engagement through various programmes.

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance, contingent upon successful vetting by UKSV, which may include proof of residency in the UK for five years or more. Please do not mention or include any security clearance details in your application or CV.

We promote a diverse and inclusive community, offering family-friendly policies, flexible working, and support networks for all backgrounds. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

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Worker Type: Employee | Job Type: Regular

At AtkinsRéalis, we believe that diverse characteristics, backgrounds, and perspectives enrich our talent pool, and we value applications from all individuals regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.