Lead Mechanical Engineer

Carrington West; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A main contractor in the water industry is seeking an experienced Lead Mechanical Engineer to manage mechanical package delivery. The role involves standardisation, optimisation, and overseeing subcontractors and suppliers to ensure timely project completion. Applicants should have a degree in Mechanical Engineering, experience in the Water Industry, and ideally be a Chartered Engineer or working towards it. The position offers a salary of up to £80,000 plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• Experience in the Water Industry is essential.
• Chartered Engineer status or working towards chartership preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical package delivery for the United Utilities water framework.
• Develop repeatable solutions with the Mechanical Design Lead.
• Manage site surveys and coordinate with project engineering teams.
• Define procurement specifications for manufacturing and installation.
• Oversee suppliers and subcontractors to ensure timely delivery.

Skills

Experience in the Water Industry

Chartered Engineer status or actively working towards chartership

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Job Opportunity: Lead Mechanical Engineer
Location: North West
Salary: Up to £80,000 plus an attractive package

Are you a seasoned Mechanical Engineer ready to take on a leadership role? This is an exciting opportunity to work with a main contractor on a United Utilities water framework. You'll oversee mechanical package delivery, ensuring technical governance and driving standardised, optimised solutions across the programme.

Key Requirements (Essential):
·Experience in the Water Industry
·Degree in Mechanical Engineering
·Chartered Engineer status (or actively working towards chartership)

Key Responsibilities:
·Mechanical Package Management: Lead the delivery strategy and ensure alignment with framework standards.
·Standardisation & Optimisation: Develop repeatable solutions with the Mechanical Design Lead.
·Survey & Implementation: Manage site surveys and handover to project engineering teams.
·Procurement Excellence: Define and enforce procurement specifications for manufacturing, testing, delivery, and installation.
·Supplier & Subcontractor Oversight: Manage subcontract frameworks and key suppliers to ensure timely delivery.

Your Role Will Include:
·Overseeing design inputs at survey and concept stages.
·Producing mechanical enquiry packages based on designs.
·Organising decommissioning or relocation of mechanical equipment.
·Reviewing and signing off mechanical elements of condition survey reports.
·Conducting on- and off-site inspections, including FAT/SAT and critical function testing.
·Collaborating with framework teams to standardise mechanical, electrical, and ICA solutions.
·Liaising with the client's mechanical lead to ensure alignment and successful delivery.
Supporting Commissioning

As the Mechanical Lead, you'll work closely with the Commissioning Manager on:
·Implementing commissioning strategies.
·Addressing governance and systems improvement.
·Coordinating with design leads for complex works such as shutdowns and operational risk assessments.
·Preparing for asset readiness (IATO/ATO) and effective handover.

To Apply:
Send your CV and cover letter to:
Email: [e-mail]
Phone: [phone]
Due to high application volumes, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you don't hear from us, your application was unsuccessful.