Principal Mechanical Design Engineer (Water)

RPS Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy seeks a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer (Water) in Manchester for a significant project focused on river health. The role involves technical specification creation, collaboration on designs, and mentoring responsibilities, all within a dynamic team dedicated to sustainable water solutions.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Personal development opportunities

Supportive and inclusive work culture

Qualifications

• Experience in producing technical specifications and designing pumping systems.
• Knowledge of CDM regulations and safety design principles.
• Chartered status or working towards it.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the full project lifecycle from feasibility to construction support.
• Collaborate with stakeholders for successful project delivery.
• Mentor junior members and review technical designs.

Skills

Mechanical engineering principles

Water industry experience

Pump design

P&ID creation

Education

IMechE-accredited degree

Job description

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Principal Mechanical Design Engineer (Water), Manchester

Client:

RPS Group

Location:

Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

24.06.2025

Job Description:

Principal Mechanical Design Engineer (Water)

We are recruiting multiple Principal Mechanical Design Engineers (Water) for long-term frameworks across the UK.

RPS, in partnership with Tetra Tech, has secured a £100 million framework from United Utilities to improve river health in Northwest England. This is part of a 10-year program focusing on program optimization, sustainable solutions, and delivering exceptional water services.

About The Team:

Our Water Consulting team provides Asset Management and Operational Strategy services, supporting industry innovation and development.

About You:

You should have experience in producing technical specifications, designing pumping and aeration systems, and collaborating on designs including General Arrangement Drawings, 3D models, and P&ID diagrams. Strong communication skills and water treatment process knowledge are essential.

Your Responsibilities:

• Participate in the full project lifecycle from feasibility to construction support.
• Collaborate with project stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
• Mentor junior team members and review technical designs.
• Understand and interpret technical drawings and site infrastructure.

Skills, Knowledge, and Experience:

• Strong mechanical engineering principles knowledge.
• Water industry experience is advantageous.
• Proficiency in pump design, P&ID creation, and specifications.
• Knowledge of CDM regulations and safety design principles.

Qualifications:

• An IMechE-accredited degree; postgraduate qualifications are a plus.
• Chartered status or working towards it.

What’s in it for you?

Personal development, clear career pathways, and a supportive, inclusive environment that values diversity and work-life balance.

Why RPS?

We offer flexible working arrangements, a collaborative culture, and global project opportunities. Since becoming part of Tetra Tech, we provide even broader development prospects.

Join us and make a difference in water management!

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