Principal Mechanical Engineer - Waste & Generation (Energy)

-; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in the energy sector as a Principal Mechanical Engineer. You will work on innovative projects aimed at transitioning to a lower carbon future, collaborating with teams to develop solutions in the energy and waste sectors. The role offers a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension

Holidays

Private medical insurance

Gym discounts

Flexible working arrangements

Industry-leading training and professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in Mechanical Engineering or related field, preferably in energy sector.
• Comfortable communicating technical updates to clients and teams.

Responsibilities

• Work on diverse projects including EfW plants, district heating, and hydrogen generation.
• Collaborate with clients and teams throughout project lifecycle.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Communication

Education

Chartered Engineer

Tools

3D Models

P&ID Diagrams

Job description

Energy Transition and Principal Mechanical Engineer Role at Stantec

The Energy Transition is the fundamental shift underway in how we, as a global community, produce, distribute, and consume energy, with the overarching goal of transitioning to a lower carbon future.

Will you be part of the solution? If you are passionate about making a difference in the sector, then join Stantec's industry-leading Energy team in driving change!

Due to recent successes and new projects, Stantec is looking to recruit a Principal Mechanical Engineer into our Energy & Resources team. This role can be based in any UK office, ideally reachable from the Midlands.

Working within our Waste and Generation Team, you will have the opportunity to work on diverse projects including EfW plants, district heating, gasification, hydrogen generation, and biogas projects.

You will be involved throughout the project lifecycle, from feasibility and optioneering to detailed design and installation, collaborating with clients and teams to develop innovative solutions across various projects.

As designers in the construction, energy, and waste sectors, we prioritize safety and foster a culture of continuous improvement in HSE matters.

More about Stantec's Energy & Resources team can be found here: Stantec Energy Transition - UK

About You

You should have experience in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, preferably with energy or process plant sector experience, and be either chartered or working towards chartered status.

Our team produces technical specifications across various technologies (e.g., steam, piping, hydrogen, biomass, EfW), supporting collaborative design outputs like GAs, 3D models, and P&ID diagrams. You should be comfortable communicating technical updates to clients and team members.

Experience in creating specifications, scoping documents, and assessing vendor designs is desirable.

Most importantly, embody and support our values of client focus, community-minded designing, collaboration, and service excellence.

Why Join Us?

• Our People Culture: A friendly, collaborative environment
• Awards: Recognized as a top employer and sustainable company
• Benefits: Competitive salary, pension, holidays, private medical insurance, gym discounts, and more
• Flexible working arrangements
• Exciting projects across the UK & Ireland
• Industry-leading training and professional development

To learn what our employees say about life at Stantec, click on My Stantec Stories.

About Stantec

With over 31,000 employees worldwide, we have been serving UK clients for over 150 years, focusing on sustainable, healthy, and prosperous community development.

We provide solutions that turn client visions into real projects, addressing current challenges and planning for a better tomorrow, supporting clean growth and economic transformation.

Stantec is committed to equal employment opportunities and an inclusive work environment. If you're excited about this role but feel your experience isn't a perfect match, we encourage you to apply.

For support or adjustments during the recruitment process, contact careers.UK&[e-mail].

ReqID: 6535