Associate Director Mechanical Engineering - Water Sector

ZipRecruiter; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Director of Mechanical Engineering to lead innovative projects in the Water Sector. This role offers the opportunity to manage teams and ensure high-quality design work while collaborating with both local and international teams. Ideal candidates will possess a Chartered Engineer status and a strong background in mechanical engineering, particularly within the water industry. Join a forward-thinking company that values expertise and provides a supportive environment for career advancement. If you're passionate about engineering and ready to take on more responsibility, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Chartered or Fellow Mechanical Engineer with significant experience.
• Relevant engineering degree or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Direct teams in technical design work and manage project milestones.
• Define project briefs and manage budgets effectively.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Project Management

Technical Design

Quality Assurance

Education

Chartered Engineer

Relevant Engineering Degree

Tools

Mechanical Equipment Knowledge

Job description

Job Description

My Client is recruiting for an Associate Director Mechanical Engineering in the Water Sector. 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 mechanical 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're big on expertise but not on hierarchy. So, we'll trust you with more responsibility faster, supporting your career to the next level.

Your Purpose:

1. Own and direct teams who undertake technical design work following relevant design standards and codes, and to high-quality levels.
2. Define briefs, scopes of work, and input into bid proposals.
3. Successfully manage time and budgets to key project milestones and programmes.
4. Work closely with teams in the UK and overseas to deliver integrated design solutions.
5. Set quality assurance standards in design.
6. Grow, develop and manage mechanical engineering capability within the practice.

Experience/Qualifications:

1. Chartered or Fellow Mechanical Engineer.
2. Relevant Engineering degree or equivalent.
3. Significant experience in Mechanical Engineering within the Water Sector.
4. Experience in owning design delivery, including multidisciplinary design.
5. Comprehensive knowledge in mechanical equipment, such as pumps, blowers, screens, and chemical dosing plants as well as a deep understanding of current UK design standards and working practices.