Engineering Design Lead - Water Treatment

ZipRecruiter; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an Engineering Design Team Lead (Mechanical) to lead a team and oversee water projects in a hybrid work environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical design background, experience managing teams, and a degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering. Competitive salary, car allowance, and excellent benefits package offered.

Benefits

Pension scheme with 5% contribution

Health cash plan & life assurance

Enhanced maternity & paternity pay

Employee recognition & referral bonus

Bike2Work scheme

Training and career development

Qualifications

• Experience in water and wastewater industries is required.
• Professional body membership is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of design engineers.
• Oversee projects from design to construction support.
• Ensure compliance with client requirements and standards.

Skills

Mechanical design engineering background

Experience managing design teams

Knowledge of CAD systems

Proven ability in project management

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering

Tools

CAD systems

CDE platforms

Job description

Overview

Engineering Design Team Lead (Mechanical) - Water Sector - Bath Hybrid working (min. 3 days office). Competitive salary + car allowance + excellent benefits.

Are you a seasoned Mechanical Engineering Leader looking to shape the future of water and wastewater infrastructure?

Our client, a leading engineering and infrastructure services provider, is seeking an Engineering Design Team Lead (Mechanical) to head up their mechanical design capability, supporting projects across all 10 major water and wastewater companies in England and Wales. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation, recently recognised as one of the UK\'s Top 100 Places to Work, where innovation, sustainability, and career development are at the heart of everything they do.

The Role

• Lead, mentor and grow a team of mechanically biased design engineers.
• Oversee projects from outline scope through to detailed design, fabrication and construction support.
• Develop technical specifications and ensure compliance with client requirements and industry standards.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement across engineering solutions.
• Collaborate with multi-discipline teams, project managers, and commercial colleagues.
• Build strong client and supply chain relationships while supporting site teams and projects in delivery.

About You

• Strong mechanical design engineering background in water, wastewater or similar industries.
• Experience managing and developing multi-discipline design teams.
• Knowledge of CAD systems, CDE platforms, structural analysis, and planning tools.
• Proven ability in project management and financial reporting.
• Degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical or Civil Engineering.
• Professional body membership (desirable).

The Offer

Along with a competitive salary, company car/allowance and hybrid working, our client provides an excellent benefits package including:

• Pension scheme (5% company contribution)
• Health cash plan & life assurance
• Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
• Employee recognition & referral bonus scheme
• Bike2Work & employee discount programme
• Training, career development & clear progression opportunities

Why Apply?

Our client is passionate about innovation, people development, and delivering projects that truly make a difference in UK infrastructure. They foster a supportive, collaborative culture where leaders at all levels are encouraged to thrive.

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If you\'re ready to lead, innovate and make an impact, we\'d love to hear from you. Submit your CV today to be considered for this exciting opportunity.