Mechanical Engineer (Senior, Principal, Senior Principal or Experienced) - Hydropower

Stantec; Ashford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer in Ashford, England. This role involves designing mechanical systems for exciting hydropower projects. Candidates should have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and experience with rotating machinery. The position offers a collaborative culture, competitive salary, and flexible working arrangements, plus benefits such as private medical insurance and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension plan

Free private medical insurance

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Chartered or Incorporated with the IMechE, or working towards it.
• Ability to plan and prioritize workload effectively.
• Knowledge of planning, specification, design, procurement, and commissioning of mechanical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical designs and undertake technical audits.
• Liaise with multidisciplinary design group to produce cost-effective solutions.
• Support technical evaluations and risk assessments.

Skills

Mechanical systems design

Experience with rotating machinery

3D modeling software proficiency

BIM environment experience

Hydropower application experience

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or relevant subject

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

The Opportunity

Stantec is working on many of the world’s largest, complex, and most exciting dams and hydro projects. Due to our ongoing success, we are rapidly growing and seek a Principal Mechanical Engineer to join our dynamic team, working on the design and development of cutting-edge hydropower and pumped storage hydro solutions.

It is a great opportunity to join a growing multidisciplinary team involved in projects as varied as Coire Glas in Scotland, Koysha in Ethiopia, and Dinorwig in Wales.

We have developed a strong reputation within the sector as a leading, progressive, and forward-thinking consultancy, focused on delivering high-quality outputs to ensure the client achieves their outcomes and business benefits. Read more about our work at: Stantec Hydropower & Dams.

Our Mechanical Engineers are responsible for the mechanical engineering elements of solutions and the production of associated outline and detailed designs to support the successful delivery of projects. Stantec is expanding its mechanical engineering team and is open to applications from candidates passionate about hydropower. Various roles are available depending on experience and qualifications. These roles would be based within the hydropower team at Stantec but may support projects in other sectors, including Water and Thermal projects.

In your role, you will work closely with the client and as part of a multidisciplinary design group to undertake technical audits, risk evaluations, develop mechanical designs, and liaise with other technical disciplines at feasibility, outline, and detailed stages to produce timely and cost-effective solutions. You will develop cost-effective and innovative design solutions aligned with the client’s requirements.

About You

• You will be Chartered or Incorporated with the IMechE, or working towards it.
• Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or a relevant subject.
• Ability to plan and prioritize workload effectively.
• Experience in designing and specifying mechanical systems in an industrial context.
• Experience with rotating machinery.
• Knowledge of planning, specification, design, procurement, and commissioning of mechanical equipment for energy sector projects.
• Ideally, you will be proficient in 3D modeling software (e.g., Revit or AutoCAD), have experience working within a BIM environment, and have hydropower application experience. Experience with pump and large-bore valve specification and selection is also desirable. You may also have experience with balance of plant systems such as HVAC, cooling water, oil recovery, hydraulic control systems, governors, fire suppression, and mechanical services.

Why Join Us?

• Our People Culture: We're proud of our friendly and collaborative environment.
• Awards: We're 2023 NCE Consultancy of the Year and among the top 10 most sustainable companies in the world (Corporate Knights).
• Great Benefits: Competitive salary, pension plan, holidays, free private medical insurance, discounted gym membership, and more.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Exciting projects across sectors in the UK&I.
• Industry-leading training, development, and paid professional subscriptions.

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About Stantec

The Stantec community includes over 31,000 employees across more than 450 locations worldwide. We have been working with clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years, planning, designing, delivering, and managing infrastructure that supports sustainable, healthy, and prosperous communities.

Our teams provide effective solutions, translating client visions into valued consents, deliverable plans, and efficient designs based on technical excellence and market insights. We address today’s challenges while aiming for a fairer, better tomorrow by supporting clean growth, economic change, and future community needs.

Stantec is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion, and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. We ensure accessible recruitment processes and welcome reasonable adjustments upon request.