Mechanical/Lead Mechanical Engineer

Matchtech; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm is looking for a Mechanical/Lead Mechanical Engineer in Peterborough, focusing on the Water Sector. The role involves providing technical direction, leading a team, and ensuring designs meet safety and sustainability standards. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering and relevant experience in the water sector, along with strong leadership skills. Hybrid working options are available.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical engineering within the water sector.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
• Chartered or working towards Chartership.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver projects on time.
• Champion innovative approaches and digital technologies.
• Lead and mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Water

Leadership

Mentoring

Sustainability

Digital Technologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field

Tools

CAD and engineering tools

Job description

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Mechanical/Lead Mechanical Engineer, Peterborough

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Location: Peterborough, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

Job Description:

Job summary

My Client is recruiting for a Mechanical/Lead Mechanical Engineer in the Water Sector.

Key skills required for this role

Water

Important

Water Sector Experience

We are looking to strengthen our engineering team with a Lead/Mechanical Engineer based at our Peterborough office with hybrid working available.

We are gearing up for our most exciting and challenging Asset Management Period yet, known as AMP 8, which will involve delivering a larger programme of work than ever before. We aim to set global benchmarks, build a better environment, and offer growth opportunities for our workforce. We are seeking driven talent to help us achieve our ambitious targets and deliver an innovative AMP.

We are committed to innovation, sustainability, and engineering excellence. As a Lead Mechanical Engineer, you will provide technical direction to our mechanical engineering team, focusing on water or water recycling non-infrastructure projects. Your expertise will ensure designs are compliant, efficient, and sustainable.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Champion innovative approaches and digital technologies.
• Lead and mentor junior engineers.

Role Accountabilities:

Engineering Leadership:

• Report to the Principal Engineer and collaborate with project stakeholders.
• Review design deliverables for quality, safety, and compliance.
• Contribute to construction design management and commissioning strategies.
• Drive sustainability initiatives and explore modular construction solutions.

Health & Safety:

• Ensure designs adhere to standards and regulations.
• Offer solutions to enhance safety and reduce costs.
• Share knowledge and contribute to lessons learned.

Transformation:

• Use digital technologies to improve efficiency.
• Support efforts to reduce carbon footprint.
• Mentor team members for continuous improvement.

Delivery:

• Guide project designs to be affordable, sustainable, and timely.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• Experience in mechanical engineering within the water sector.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
• Proficiency in CAD and engineering tools.
• Chartered or working towards Chartership.

Managed by:

Matchtech, a STEM Recruitment Specialist with over 40 years of experience.