Mechanical Director - Water

iO Associates; England; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK is seeking a Technical Director to lead mechanical engineering projects. This role involves shaping innovative solutions and collaborating with teams for best practices. Ideal candidates will possess Chartered status and strong leadership skills. The company offers flexible working arrangements and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Support for career returners

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• Chartered or Fellow Mechanical Engineer status.
• Proven influencer with leadership capabilities.
• Expertise in mechanical systems and design standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical direction for projects.
• Set technical strategy for bids and proposals.
• Drive technical excellence and improvement.

Skills

Chartered or Fellow Mechanical Engineer status

Influential leadership skills

In-depth expertise in mechanical equipment

Strong knowledge of UK design standards

Subject matter expertise

Strategic and transformational mindset

Job description

Overview

Technical Director - Mechanical Engineering

Location: UK (Multiple offices)
Type: Permanent

Shape the Future of our Cities and Environments

Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of the most exciting projects across the UK and internationally? Join a forward-thinking organisation where collaboration, inclusivity, and innovation are at the heart of everything we do.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the technical direction and ensure high-quality, safe delivery across multiple projects and programmes.
• Act as a subject matter expert, setting the technical strategy for bids and project proposals.
• Drive technical excellence and continuous improvement, ensuring best practice and design quality assurance.
• Collaborate with UK and international teams to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Grow and develop mechanical engineering capability within the practice, inspiring innovation and knowledge sharing.
• Serve as a trusted strategic partner to clients, recognised nationally or internationally as a leader in your discipline.

What You'll Bring

• Chartered or Fellow Mechanical Engineer status.
• Influential leadership skills with proven multi-disciplinary integration experience.
• In-depth expertise in mechanical equipment (pumps, blowers, screens, chemical dosing plant) and strong knowledge of UK design standards.
• Recognised subject matter expertise in your technical field.
• A forward-thinking, strategic, and transformational mindset.

Why Join Us

• A top-ranked employer recognised for diversity, inclusion, and flexible working.
• Opportunities for flexible and remote work, with options to tailor your working week.
• Support for career returners and those seeking new challenges.
• A strong commitment to engineering a better future - from leading Net-Zero initiatives to delivering impactful community projects.