Principal Mechanical Design Engineer

Anderselite; Hattersley; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK is looking for a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to lead mechanical design within civil infrastructure projects, especially in the water sector. The role involves managing teams to deliver innovative solutions while ensuring compliance with industry standards. Strong leadership is required to oversee the design lifecycle and collaborate with various engineering disciplines. Candidates should have proven experience in mechanical design and familiarity with regulatory requirements. This position offers an opportunity to influence sustainable design solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage mechanical design scope in civil infrastructure projects.
• Deliver efficient mechanical engineering solutions aligned with client standards.
• Oversee full design lifecycle from concept to detailed design.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integration.
• Ensure quality assurance throughout project stages.

Skills

Mechanical design engineering experience

Knowledge of mechanical systems in water/wastewater

Multidisciplinary design team management

Design delivery and quality assurance

CDM (2015) regulations compliance

Developing low carbon solutions

Communication and stakeholder management

Design risk management

AMP 8 framework knowledge

Leadership and project management

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit (BIM)

Navisworks

Microsoft Office Suite

Project management software

Job description

Principal Mechanical Design Engineer

Summary

We are seeking a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to lead and manage the mechanical design scope within civil infrastructure projects, with a particular focus on the water sector. The role involves delivering innovative, efficient, and compliant mechanical engineering solutions aligned with client and industry standards. You will oversee the full design lifecycle, from concept through to detailed design, ensuring integration with civil and other engineering disciplines. This position requires strong leadership to direct design teams, manage technical deliverables, and maintain quality assurance throughout project stages. Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, including civils and mechanical specialists, is essential to deliver sustainable, buildable, and cost-effective solutions within the AMP 8 framework or similar infrastructure programmes.

Skills

• Proven experience in mechanical design engineering within civil infrastructure projects
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems relevant to water and wastewater sectors
• Experience managing multidisciplinary design teams and coordinating with civil engineering disciplines
• Understanding of design delivery, procurement, and quality assurance processes
• Familiarity with CDM (2015) regulations and health & safety compliance
• Ability to develop low carbon, buildable, and cost-effective design solutions
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proficient in design risk management and design control procedures
• Knowledge of United Utilities AMP 8 framework requirements
• Strong leadership and project management capabilities

Software/Tools

• AutoCAD
• Revit (BIM)
• Navisworks
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Project management and design coordination software