Principal Mechanical Engineer

Matchtech; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to drive transformational programmes in the Water Sector. This role offers the chance to work on iconic engineering projects both locally and internationally. You'll lead a dedicated team, ensuring high-quality design solutions while managing time and budgets effectively. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, this position promises to elevate your career in a supportive environment that values expertise and responsibility. Join a passionate team committed to delivering industry-leading mechanical engineering solutions.

Qualifications

• Chartered Mechanical Engineer with experience in the Water Sector.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical equipment and UK design standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team in technical design work adhering to standards.
• Prepare briefs and manage time and budgets for projects.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Design Standards Compliance

Project Management

Team Leadership

Knowledge of UK Legislation

Education

Chartered Mechanical Engineer

Tools

Mechanical Equipment (Pumps, Blowers)

Design Software

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 added value through client-side support as well as during construction phases. If being part of a passionate team in this industry is for you, 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

1. Lead a team to undertake technical design work following relevant design standards and codes, and to high-quality levels.
2. Prepare briefs, scopes of work, and input into bid proposals.
3. Successfully manage time and budgets to key project milestones and programmes.
4. Work closely with teams in the UK and overseas to deliver integrated design solutions.
5. 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.