Principal / Lead Engineer - Mechanical

MWH Treatment Limited; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm based in Peterborough is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to provide technical direction for water and recycling projects. This role involves managing project designs for compliance and sustainability while mentoring junior engineers. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, significant experience in the water sector, and strong leadership skills. Join a forward-thinking team committed to innovation and excellence in engineering.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mechanical engineering, preferably in the water sector.
• In-depth knowledge of industry standards and regulations.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical direction to the mechanical engineering team.
• Review design deliverables for quality and compliance.
• Lead and mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Leadership skills

Project management

CAD proficiency

Collaboration

Innovative thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field

Tools

CAD software

Job description

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. This will see us deliver a programme of work larger than we’ve ever delivered before. We are driving change, empowering us to set global benchmarks and build a better environment, with the opportunity to offer enhanced growth and development to our workforce. We’re looking to build on our existing teams with an environment for career progression.

With such an exciting portfolio of projects planned for AMP8 to keep the water flowing across the region, our ability to manage our work and outperform against our customer’s expectations will come under greater scrutiny. We need aspiring driven talent to help us achieve our ambitious targets. Are you ready to join us as we prepare to deliver the most creative and innovative AMP we have ever seen?

We are committed to innovation, sustainability, and excellence in engineering and are seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to support us in delivering this exciting AMP.

As a Lead Mechanical Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in providing technical direction to our mechanical engineering team, focusing on water or water recycling non-infrastructure projects. Your expertise will ensure that designs are compliant with legislation and standards, and optimized for efficiency and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.
2. Champion innovative approaches and digital technologies to enhance project outcomes.
3. Cultivate professional networks internally and externally within the @one Alliance.
4. Lead and mentor junior engineers, fostering their development within the mechanical team.

Role Accountabilities:

1. Report regularly to the Principal Engineer and collaborate closely with project stakeholders.
2. Review design deliverables for quality, safety, and compliance with standards, providing guidance to junior team members.
3. Contribute to construction design management and commissioning strategies.
4. Drive sustainability initiatives and explore modular construction solutions.
5. Health & Safety:

• Ensure designs adhere to statutory and industry standards, including health and safety regulations.
• Offer alternative solutions to enhance health and safety compliance and minimize whole-life costs.
• Manage knowledge sharing and contribute to lessons learned initiatives.

Transformation:

• Embrace digital technologies to enhance project efficiency and accuracy.
• Support efforts to reduce carbon footprint and promote sustainable construction practices.
• Mentor team members and provide technical guidance to foster continuous improvement.

Delivery:

• Provide guidance and direction to ensure project designs are affordable, delivered on time, sustainable, and meet Anglian Water’s project obligations.

You will need a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field, proven experience in mechanical engineering (preferably within the water sector), strong leadership skills, and in-depth knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices. Proficiency in CAD software and other relevant engineering tools is essential, as are excellent communication and collaboration skills. You should be comfortable making decisions based on sound judgment, assessing impacts, and seeking views of others in a collaborative fashion. Conduct your work with integrity, respecting others, and delivering on time.