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

STANTEC; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to join their hydropower team. The role involves developing mechanical designs, conducting risk evaluations, and collaborating with clients on exciting projects. Candidates should have a degree in Mechanical Engineering, relevant experience, and ideally proficiency in 3D modelling software. The company offers competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension plan

Private medical insurance

Gym discounts

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Chartered or Incorporated with the IMechE or working towards this status.
• Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or a relevant field.
• Experience in design and specification of mechanical systems in an industrial context.
• Ideally, competent in 3D modelling software.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative, cost-effective solutions aligned with the client’s requirements.
• Undertake technical audits and risk evaluations.
• Liaise with other disciplines at feasibility and detailed stages to produce solutions.

Skills

Chartered or Incorporated with the IMechE

Ability to plan and prioritize workload

Design and specification of mechanical systems

Experience with rotating machinery

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or relevant field

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 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 the mechanical engineering team and welcomes applications from candidates passionate about hydropower. Various roles are available depending on experience and qualifications. These roles are based within the hydropower team but will support projects in other sectors including Water and Thermal projects.

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

About You

• You will be Chartered or Incorporated with the IMechE, or working towards this status.
• Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or a relevant field.
• Ability to plan and prioritize workload effectively.
• Experience in design and specification of mechanical systems in an industrial context.
• Experience with rotating machinery.
• Knowledge in planning, specification, design, procurement, and commissioning of mechanical equipment for energy sector projects.
• Ideally, competent in 3D modelling software such as Revit or AutoCAD, with experience in a BIM environment, and hydropower applications. Experience with pump and large-bore valve specification and selection is also desirable. Additional experience with systems like HVAC, cooling water, oil recovery, hydraulic control systems, governors, fire suppression, and mechanical services is a plus.

Why Join Us?

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

See what our Energy team says about working at Stantec: Stantec Energy Team Video

About Stantec

With over 31,000 employees across 450 locations worldwide, we have been serving UK clients and communities for over 150 years. We focus on planning, designing, delivering, and managing infrastructure to support sustainable, healthy, and prosperous communities.

Our solutions translate client visions into valued consents, detailed project plans, and efficient designs, emphasizing technical excellence and market insights. We aim to address today’s challenges while ensuring a better tomorrow, supporting clean growth, economic transformation, and future community needs.

Stantec is committed to equal employment opportunities 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 an accessible recruitment process and welcome reasonable adjustments upon request.

ReqID: 7823