Mechanical Design Engineer

United Infrastructure; Langstone; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A water engineering firm in the UK seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer responsible for project design and delivery, including tender development and planning. You'll collaborate with various teams to create specifications that meet industry standards. The role involves site visits for effective execution. This is a pivotal opportunity to join a growing team focused on the vital sector of water management, where your contributions can significantly shape the future of design.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering field required.
• Chartered Engineer status and professional membership preferred.
• Significant experience in technical delivery of water engineering projects.
• Excellent skills in project management and organization.
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Support all aspects of project design and delivery.
• Create mechanical designs and specifications.
• Collaborate with teams and subcontractors on project designs.
• Conduct site visits for project scoping and issue resolution.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

CAD expertise

Health and safety knowledge

Field experience

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Chartered Engineer status (ideal)

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

AFECO is partnered with United Infrastructure is an engineering services provider, delivering high quality process and MEICA design and installation projects predominantly across the South of England for the water industry. We have an excellent inhouse engineering team capable of delivering all stages of the project cycle, from concept through to commissioning, with a strong focus on cleantech product development, innovation, and robust, appropriate solutions.

We work within the UK water sector where we deliver innovation, optimisation, and robust engineering solutions. We have a portfolio of varied projects, both wastewater and clean water, across the Southern Water region and are seeing rapid expansion into other water companies due to the success of our own products and solutions so it is an exciting time to join our business.

In 2024, we were acquired by United Living Group, a leading infrastructure, construction, and property services company in the UK. This partnership enables us to better provide unique solutions for the water sector and help our clients navigate increasing pressure on their operations.

We are a lively and friendly organisation with a main office based in Havant, Hampshire.

Please note that United Living has rebranded to United Infrastructure. Our LinkedIn landing page will still display as "United Living," but when you click “Apply,” it will redirect to "United Infrastructure.

Job Description

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting all aspects of project design and delivery, from tender development to project planning and coordination. You will assist in the creation of mechanical designs and specifications, ensuring they meet project requirements and industry standards. You will collaborate with internal teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to review and approve project designs. Additionally, you will contribute to troubleshooting and ensure the proper implementation of project controls, documentation, and procedures. Regular site visits will be required to scope, verify, and resolve issues on both potential and active projects, helping ensure smooth execution and timely resolution of challenges

In joining the newly established Design Hub will give you the chance to contribute significantly to shaping a world-class design team, particularly in the water industry. This is a pivotal role, and your contributions could leave a lasting impact on AFECO and the industry at large, especially in a sector as vital and evolving as water management. If you're excited by the prospect of building something from the ground up and shaping the future of water design, this opportunity seems like a perfect fit!

Qualifications

• Batchelors degree in engineering / related field or equivalent preferable
• Ideal would be a Chartered Engineer status and membership of professional institution such as IET, InstMC or CIWEM
• Ideal would-be significant experience in the technical delivery of process plant systems on complex water industry engineering projects
• Excellent project management / organisational skills with ability to multitask
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent degree of computer literacy
• CAD expertise and experience preferable
• Field / practical experience
• Excellent CDM and health and safety knowledge and application
• Positive “can do” attitude with flexible approach to work
• Excellent personal presentation
• Driving licence preferable (full, clean)

Additional Information

Please note this role will require regular travel to our site in Portsmouth. Please only apply if you are able to commute. Thank You