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

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An international consulting firm is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer in Edinburgh to join their hydropower team. In this role, you will design mechanical systems for major projects, conduct audits, and develop cost-effective solutions. The ideal candidate has a degree in Mechanical Engineering, experience with rotating machinery, and skills in 3D modeling. The company offers competitive benefits and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Free private medical insurance

Discounted gym membership

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive salary

Pension plan

Paid professional subscriptions

Qualifications

• Chartered or Incorporated status with IMechE preferred or working towards.
• Ability to plan and prioritize workload effectively.
• Experience in design and specification of mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with clients to deliver mechanical solutions.
• Undertake technical audits and risk evaluations.
• Produce outline and detailed mechanical designs.

Skills

Mechanical systems design

3D modeling software (Revit or AutoCAD)

Knowledge in energy sector equipment

Experience with rotating machinery

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or relevant subject

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

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 multi disciplinary team involved in projects as varied and different 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, focusedon delivering high quality outputs to ensure the client achieves their outcomes and business benefits.Read more about our work at;Stantec Hydropower & Dams

OurMechanicalEngineers 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 growing the mechanical engineering team and is open to applications from candidates that are passionate about a role in hydropower. Various grades of role are available dependent upon experience and qualifications. The roles would be based within the hydropower team at Stantec but would entail support for projects in other Stantec sectors including Water and Thermal projects.

In your role you will work closely with the Client and as part of a multi-disciplined dedicated design group to undertake technical audits, risk evaluations, developmechanical design and liaise with other technical disciplines at feasibility, outline and detailed stages to produce solutions in a timely and cost-effective manner. You will develop cost-effective solutions and adopt innovative design solutions in accordance with the Client’s requirements.

About You

You will beChartered or Incorporated status with the IMechE is preferred or working towards.

Degree qualified (or equivalent) in MechanicalEngineering or other relevant subject

Ability to plan and prioritise workload effectively

Experience of design and specification of mechanical systems in an industrial context

Experience with rotating machinery

Knowledge and skills in the planning, specification, design,procurement and commissioning of mechanical equipment for projects in the energy sector

Ideally (but not essential) you will be competent user of 3d modelling software e.g. Revit or AutoCAD, have experience of working within a BIM environment, have experience of hydropower applications. Experience with pump and large-bore valve specification and selection. You may also have experience with balance of plant and other system typically found in hydropower applications, e.g. HVAC, cooling water, oil recovery, hydraulic control systems, governors, fire suppression, mechanical services

Why Join us?

• Our People Culture: We're proud of our friendly and collaborative environment
• Awards: We're2023 NCE Consultancy of the Yearand top 10Corporate Knights most sustainable companies in the world.
• Great Benefits: Competitive salary, pension plan, holidays, free private medical insurance, discounted gym membership and lots more.
• Flexible working arrangements
• Great Projects in all of our sectors across the UK&I
• Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions

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