MEICA Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional civil engineering and utilities services company is seeking a Design (MEICA) Engineer to lead projects on the Yorkshire Water Framework. The role involves coordinating design activities, ensuring compliance with standards, and providing technical guidance to junior staff. The company values equality and fosters an inclusive work environment, offering career development opportunities.

Benefits

25 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Career development opportunities

Supportive and collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Qualified Engineer, ideally chartered or a member of a relevant institution.
• Experience in utilities design, particularly within the UK water sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate MEICA activities for drainage and waste treatment design.
• Develop design solutions, including drawings, reports, specifications, and estimates.

Skills

Communication

Problem-Solving

Education

Chartered Engineer

Member of IMechE, CEng, IET

Tools

AutoCAD

BIM

Job description

Job Description

Bennett and Game are proud to partner with a regional civil engineering and utilities services company operating across Yorkshire and Humberside. With strong Design & Build capabilities, our client works with private developers, local authorities, water companies, and blue-chip organisations to deliver high-quality projects while maintaining excellent client relationships. They are committed to equality and fostering an inclusive work environment.

As a Design (MEICA) Engineer, you will join our client's integrated team, leading the design of infra and non-infra projects on the Yorkshire Water Framework from outline design through to detailed design, construction, and commissioning support.

Design (MEICA) Engineer Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 (dependent on experience)
• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Career development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative working environment

Design (MEICA) Engineer Job Overview

1. Lead and coordinate MEICA activities for drainage and waste treatment design, ensuring compliance with client specifications and industry standards.
2. Develop design solutions, including drawings, reports, specifications, and estimates, while managing documentation and reviewing team members' work.
3. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, oversee project planning and commercial aspects, and present projects for audit.
4. Provide technical guidance to junior engineers, technicians, and apprentices, contributing to problem-solving and design improvements.
5. Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001, promoting best practices within the team and on-site.
6. Maintain strong relationships with clients, design teams, and stakeholders while staying up to date with industry advancements.

Design (MEICA) Engineer Job Requirements

• Qualified Engineer, ideally chartered or a member of a relevant institution (e.g., IMechE, CEng, IET).
• Experience in utilities design, particularly within the UK water sector.
• Strong knowledge of UK Water Industry standards and Sewer Sector Guidance for drainage design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, with experience in BIM model integration being desirable.
• Technically competent in fundamental asset design principles, with the ability to apply manual calculation methods when software tools are unavailable.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to learning and development.

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