Principal Mechanical Engineer

Matchtech; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to lead transformational programmes in the Water Sector. This role offers the opportunity to work on iconic engineering projects, both locally and internationally. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in mechanical engineering and a strong understanding of design standards and legislation. Join a dynamic team that values expertise and offers rapid career advancement. If you are passionate about engineering and ready to take on more responsibility, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Lead technical design work adhering to relevant standards and codes.
• Experience in multidisciplinary design in the Water Sector.

Responsibilities

• Manage design teams to deliver high-quality mechanical engineering solutions.
• Prepare briefs and manage time and budgets for key project milestones.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Design Standards

Project Management

Water Sector Knowledge

Legislation Understanding (CDM, ATEX)

Education

Chartered Mechanical Engineer

Tools

Mechanical Equipment (Pumps, Blowers)

Job description

My Client is recruiting for a Principal Mechanical Engineer in the Water Sector

Bring your skills to the mix as a Principal Mechanical Engineer, you'll play a vital role in every aspect of mechanical engineering on Transformational Programmes for critical UK infrastructure with opportunities to work on iconic engineering projects at home and abroad.

We specialise in all aspects of mechanical engineering, within multiple challenging and engaging sectors such as Water, Aviation, Defence, Energy, Cities & Development, and Education. We continue to provide industry-leading mechanical engineering solutions throughout the project lifecycle, with value added through client-side support as well as construction phases. If being part of a team with a passion for this industry is for you, then we would love to talk to you.

We're big on expertise but not on hierarchy. So, we'll trust you with more responsibility faster, supporting your career to the next level.

Job Purpose

• Lead a team to undertake technical design work following relevant design standards and codes, and to high-quality levels.
• Prepare briefs, scopes of work, and input into bid proposals.
• Successfully manage time and budgets to key project milestones and programmes.
• Work closely with teams in the UK and overseas to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Adhere to quality assurance standards in design.

Experience and Qualifications

• Chartered Mechanical Engineer.
• Experience in the Water Sector leading design delivery, including multidisciplinary design.
• Thorough knowledge of mechanical equipment, such as pumps, blowers, screens, and chemical dosing plants, as well as an in-depth understanding of current UK design standards and working practices.
• Strong understanding of legislation such as CDM and ATEX.