Mechanical Engineer - Water Recycling

ANGLIAN WATER-2; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in water recycling is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join their team in Peterborough. The role involves providing mechanical engineering expertise, leading design efforts, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical design, a commitment to health and safety, and the ability to work collaboratively. This position offers a hybrid work environment, providing flexibility and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Extensive practical mechanical design experience in a similar environment.
• Proven track record of designing hydraulic and mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and analysis of key mechanical options.
• Design calculations for mechanical, hydraulic, and building services equipment.
• Collaborate with the design team to develop 3D models.

Skills

Mechanical Design

Collaboration

Health & Safety

Education

HND in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Who are we?

Here within Alliance we are a totally collaborative organisation made up of our eight partner companies (Anglian Water, Balfour Beatty, Barhale, Binnies, MMB, MWH Treatment, Skanska and SWECO) and our extended supply chain, delivering over half of Anglian Water’s capital investment programme.

We are gearing up for our most exciting and challenging Asset Management Period yet, known as AMP 8, this will see us deliver a programme of work larger than we’ve ever delivered before. We are driving change, empowering us to set global benchmarks and build a better environment, with the opportunity to offer enhanced growth and development to our workforce. We’re looking to build on our existing teams with an environment for career progression.

Working on a host of water and water recycling projects across the region to keep the water running, our Engineering team is made up of a diverse and enthusiastic work force who look to deliver industry leading solutions in a timely and safe fashion.

To bolster our mechanical engineering capabilities and provide fresh ideas and perspective on our ways of working, we are looking for a number Mechanical Engineers to join the team over the course of the next year!

What will you be doing as our new Mechanical Engineer in Water Recycling?

Working within a multi-disciplinary project team, you’ll provide the mechanical engineering technical capability and design expertise to develop and deliver water and water recycling TOTEX solutions.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead the preparation and analysis of key mechanical options, for review and agreement with the client and key project stakeholders ensuring risks and gaps are mitigated whilst always upholding the Project Basis of Design
  
• Design calculations facilitating the sizing of mechanical, hydraulic, power generating and building services equipment
  
• Liaise with the supply chain to ensure the latest technologies are assessed and understood as part of the optioneering process
  
• Collaborate with the design team to develop 3D models and solutions
  
• Oversee the outputs for a number of processes including P&IDs and Data sheets. HAZID and HAZOP studies and mechanical input into commissioning plans, including proposed performance tests
  
• Support the team in the drive towards excellence in Health & Safety, demonstrating applied knowledge and skills to produce safe designs to discharge your obligation according to CDM Regulations and standards
  
• Identify and promote opportunities to meet the project digital, sustainability, innovation and people objectives
  

A little bit about your skills, experience and behaviours….

To join us on our quest for consistent engineering excellence, you’ll hold a minimum of a HND or equivalent in a mechanical engineering discipline and have extensive practical mechanical design experience in a similar environment. With a proven track record of designing hydraulic and mechanical systems and products, you’ll also possess a good understanding of modular build and construction processes and procedures. Your broad knowledge of electrical control, instrumentation and switchgear equipment and suppliers will allow you to make value added suggestions and make informed decisions on how to best proceed in complex situations.

Working in a collaborative and integrated way, you’ll be acutely aware of how your work and actions impacts on not only your colleagues, but also our customers across the region. Working with accountability and integrity at all times, you’ll take personal responsibility but also showcase strong teamwork skills to assist in meeting project time lines. Always willing to safely try new approaches and processes, you’ll enjoy utilising new technologies where possible to drive efficiencies.

If you are looking to bring your mechanical engineering expertise in a dynamic environment where you can truly add value, please apply today!

Our Approach to Diversity & Inclusion

At the Anglian Water’ Alliance, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We believe that diversity enriches our team, fuels innovation, and drives success. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, and actively encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply. We are dedicated to creating an environment free from discrimination and bias, where everyone has equal opportunities for growth and advancement. Join us in creating a culture where diversity is celebrated, and inclusion is the norm.

Alongside this we want to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to showcase their abilities during the interview process. If you require any specific accommodations or adjustments due to a disability or any other individual circumstances, please do not hesitate to let us know.

Our vision

A collaborative alliance, driving change. Empowering us to set global benchmarks and building a better environment for our customers. We strive to:

Empower our people; Delight our Customers; Embrace digital transformation; Deliver brilliance.

Our Values

To bring environmental and social prosperity to the region we serve through our commitment to Love Every Drop we:

Build trust; Do the right thing; Are always exploring

The Anglian Alliance. Eight partners, endless opportunities.

Location: Hybrid - Peterborough - depending on home location