Regional Discipline Lead – Mechanical

TN United Kingdom; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the water sector is seeking a Regional Discipline Lead – Mechanical in Peterborough. This role involves leading mechanical design teams, ensuring high-quality engineering solutions, and collaborating with various stakeholders to deliver projects effectively. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical engineering, particularly within the water industry, and experience in mentoring junior engineers.

Qualifications

• Practical mechanical engineering experience in the water/wastewater industry.
• Experience mentoring junior engineers.
• Design experience on multi-disciplinary water projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the mechanical design team to develop industry-leading engineering solutions.
• Collaborate with project management, design, and construction teams to deliver value.
• Manage mechanical design programme and deliverables schedule.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Mechanical Engineering

Stakeholder Management

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent experience

Chartered or working towards chartered status

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Regional Discipline Lead – Mechanical, Peterborough

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Peterborough, United Kingdom

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Posted:

19.05.2025

Expiry Date:

03.07.2025

Job Description:

Job summary

My Client is recruiting for a Regional Discipline Lead - Mechanical in the Water Sector.

Key skills required for this role

Water

Important

Water Sector Experience

My Client is recruiting for a Regional Discipline Lead - Mechanical in the Water Sector.

Our Client is looking to strengthen their Engineering Leadership team with a Mechanical Regional Discipline Lead.

As an instrumental member of the Engineering Leadership Team, you will report directly to the Engineering Director and adopt the role of lead technical authority for mechanical engineering aspects of the project.

As Mechanical Regional Discipline Lead, you will provide engineering technical direction to the mechanical discipline engineers and ensure an effective team is maintained to integrate all mechanical design elements across all zones & phases of the scheme, ensuring right first-time functionality through design, construction, commissioning, and takeover.

You will be responsible for reviewing mechanical deliverables produced by other mechanical engineers and the supply chain to ensure processes and procedures are followed. You will coach and mentor junior team members, collaborate with key stakeholders, and assist project teams to ensure solutions are fit for purpose, on time, within budget, and of high quality. You will also drive continuous development in engineering, design, and innovation.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead and develop the mechanical design team to develop industry-leading engineering solutions.
• Be a key member of the Engineering Leadership team (ELT) reporting to the Engineering Director.
• Collaborate with other ELT members, project management, design, construction teams, and stakeholders to deliver value.
• Develop new ways of working to reduce carbon, increase biodiversity, address climate change, and embrace digital technologies.
• Grow professional networks with partners.
• Assist in appointing and managing specialist contractors.
• Create and oversee the project design management plan.
• Manage mechanical design programme and deliverables schedule.
• Integrate mechanical design within the construction programme.
• Manage delivery according to design management plan, client requirements, and standards.
• Maintain clear records of the design process and progress.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and standards.
• Lead reviews on buildability, risks, opportunities, and value engineering.
• Maintain BIM and CAD protocols.
• Monitor and report on design progress, taking corrective actions as needed.
• Ensure high standards of safety and quality in design delivery.

About The Candidate

Experience and Qualifications:

• Engineering degree or equivalent experience.
• Chartered or working towards chartered status preferred.
• Practical mechanical engineering experience in water/wastewater industry.
• Experience mentoring junior engineers.
• Design experience on multi-disciplinary water projects.
• Knowledge of CDM responsibilities.
• Experience with Wastewater and Sludge Treatment Centres.
• Ability to work collaboratively and manage stakeholder relationships.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Ability to present, influence, and negotiate effectively.

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