Mechanical Design Engineer – Hybrid Water Asset Innovator

Thames Water Utilities Limited; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water utility company in the UK seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer to lead technical projects and contribute to the Centre of Excellence. This role demands a degree in mechanical engineering, experience in a water utility context, and exceptional communication skills. You will be involved in driving engineering innovations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and facilitating hands-on problem-solving on-site. Thrive in a hybrid working environment with benefits including competitive salary and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Performance-related pay plan

Generous Pension Scheme

Personal Medical Assessments

Health benefits including physiotherapy and life assurance

Qualifications

• Educated to a degree level in mechanical engineering or related qualification.
• Previous technical design, installation or commissioning experience with a water utility company.
• Curiosity to understand site issues and challenge briefs if needed.
• Compliance with UK's water industry regulatory standards.
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex design projects within the mechanical discipline.
• Ensure technical requirements are met and continuously improve asset standards.
• Provide input for feasibility studies and designs.
• Support the Centre of Excellence for engineering.
• Deliver technical assurance during commissioning and hand-over.

Skills

Technical design experience

Communication skills

Hands-on problem-solving

Knowledge of UK water regulations

Education

Degree in mechanical engineering or related field

Job description

A leading water utility company in the UK seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer to lead technical projects and contribute to the Centre of Excellence. This role demands a degree in mechanical engineering, experience in a water utility context, and exceptional communication skills. You will be involved in driving engineering innovations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and facilitating hands-on problem-solving on-site. Thrive in a hybrid working environment with benefits including competitive salary and professional development opportunities.