Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent engineering consultancy in the UK is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to lead detailed design solutions for water projects. The role offers a salary of up to £60,000 and involves mentoring junior engineers, collaborating with clients, and managing design deliverables. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and strong water sector experience. Benefits include a pension plan and 24 days holiday plus bank holidays.

Benefits

5% pension (rising to 7.5% after 5 years)

24 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life assurance (3x)

Transparent career development plan

Collaborative, people-first culture

Qualifications

• Chartered or working towards chartership.
• Proficiency in pump selection and P&IDs.
• Familiarity with CDM regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of detailed mechanical design for water projects.
• Produce design deliverables including specifications and reports.
• Support and mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Water sector experience

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of AutoCAD/Inventor

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Salary: Up to £60,000 (dependent on experience) + benefits
Location: Leeds, Warrington, Sheffield, Glasgow, or Derby (Leeds & Warrington )
Type: Permanent | Hybrid

About the Role:

This role offers the chance to work on AMP8 and AMP9 water sector projects, delivering detailed design solutions that support some of the UK's largest water companies. You'll be involved from feasibility through to detailed design, leading multidisciplinary collaboration and mentoring junior engineers.

About Our Client:

Our client is a leading UK consultancy with a strong and growing capability in mechanical and electrical engineering within the water sector. With a new Head of Design based in Leeds, they are expanding to support major frameworks, including projects worth over £100m.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the delivery of detailed mechanical design for water and wastewater projects.
Work across a variety of frameworks with major water companies and contractors.
Produce design deliverables including specifications, datasheets, P&IDs, reports, drawings, and procurement documentation.
Carry out asset condition surveys, prepare recommendations, and ensure compliance with CDM regulations.
Support and mentor junior engineers, providing technical governance and checking work.
Collaborate with clients, design teams, and stakeholders, contributing to technical reviews, HAZOPs, and ALMs.
Act as project manager, package manager, or design lead where required.

What Our Client is Looking For:

A degree in Mechanical Engineering (IMechE-accredited ).
Chartered or working towards chartership.
Strong water sector experience, with knowledge of treatment processes and site infrastructure.
Proficiency in pump selection, P&IDs, equipment scheduling, and design documentation.
Familiarity with CDM regulations and safe design practices.
Ability to manage work to time, cost, and quality standards.
Strong communication skills, with experience presenting to clients and leading design discussions.
Knowledge of AutoCAD/Inventor is beneficial.

What Our Client Offers:

Salary up to £60k + 5% pension (rising to 7.5% after 5 years and 10% after 10 years).
24 days holiday (plus bank holidays).
Life assurance (3x).
Hybrid working and agile offices.
A transparent career development plan and opportunities for progression.
A collaborative, people-first culture with a strong focus on wellbeing.

Eligibility:

Must be eligible to work in the UK.
Willingness to travel to sites as required.

Opportunity for Growth:

This is a chance to be part of a growing team under new leadership, with access to major water sector frameworks. You'll gain exposure to flagship projects, take on technical and leadership responsibilities, and have a clear route to progress your career.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of , , , , , , , marital status, veteran status, or status