Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Bridges - Trusted Intelligent Engineering Partner; Newport; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Health cash plan

Standard Life Pension Scheme

Extended annual leave allowance

Life Assurance Scheme

Employee Discount Scheme

Bike-to-Work scheme

Training and development opportunities

Employee referral scheme

Employee recognition schemes

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Job summary

A leading engineering company in the UK is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the design of water and wastewater systems. This role requires 5+ years in mechanical design, proficiency in CAD, and a relevant engineering qualification. Join a forward-thinking team and enjoy competitive benefits including flexible working, extended leave, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience working in a senior mechanical design role.
• Specific water industry-based design experience.
• Experience in mechanical systems design, 2D/3D site GA, and design coordination.
• Chemical dosing and water quality monitoring experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design and specification of water and wastewater treatment systems.
• Oversee project delivery from concept to detailed design and construction support.
• Innovate and consider continuous improvement across projects.
• Produce mechanical designs using project specs and site investigations.
• Drive continuous improvement across projects and designs.
• Support cross-team challenges with practical solutions.
• Assist junior staff with technical plant/machinery specifications.
• Liaise with project managers and commercial teams; attend sites.
• Prepare and deliver technical presentations during client visits and meetings.

Skills

Mechanical systems design

Site general arrangement design

Design project coordination

Chemical dosing

Water quality monitoring

Proficiency with Autodesk 3D CAD packages

Proficiency with Microsoft Office packages

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

HNC or HND

Tools

Autodesk 3D CAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Role Purpose

Are you a seasoned Mechanical Design Engineer with a strong background in the water and wastewater sector? Due to continued success building on our existing framework agreements and a confident growth plan in AMP 8 and AMP 9 across all 10 major water and wastewater companies in England and Wales, we’re seeking a confident, innovative professional to lead the design and delivery of complex infrastructure projects. Join our dynamic and growing team as a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer with a passion for engineering sustainable assets that our valued customers are proud to own and operate.

In this role, you'll have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of challenging projects, from innovative treatment systems to infrastructure upgrades, all while collaborating with a supportive, forward‑thinking team of 40+ engineers. Your expertise will shape sustainable engineering solutions, mentor junior staff, and influence key project decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design and specification of water and wastewater treatment systems, pumping stations, and associated infrastructure.
• Oversee project delivery from concept through to detailed design and construction support.
• Develop detailed specifications for survey requirements, equipment, systems and interfaces between disciplines, ensuring they meet client requirements and industry standards.
• Produce mechanical designs using project specifications, standard requirements, outline scopes of work, and/or site investigations.
• Innovate, challenge, and consider continuous improvement across projects and designs.
• Support addressing challenges across teams, bringing unique experience to define solutions.
• Assist less technical team members with the specification of technical plant and machinery.
• Liaise with project managers and commercial teams.
• Attend site, both during and after projects.
• Produce and carry out technical presentations during client visits and meetings.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience working in a senior mechanical design role.
• Relevant engineering qualification such as a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline, HNC, or HND.
• Experience in:
• Mechanical systems design.
• Site general arrangement design, 2D and/or 3D.
• Design project coordination, leading and supporting teams.
• Chemical dosing.
• Water quality monitoring.
• Proficiency with Autodesk 3D CAD packages.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office packages.
• Specific water industry‑based design experience.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries.
• Health cash plan with Healthshield.
• Standard Life Pension Scheme – 5% company contribution.
• Extended annual leave allowance with option to purchase up to an additional 3 days per year.
• Life Assurance Scheme.
• Employee Discount Scheme.
• Bike‑to‑Work scheme.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Employee referral scheme – £1,000 if you successfully introduce someone.
• Employee recognition schemes.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.

Employment Details

• Hybrid model: 3 days in the office and 2 days at home (flexible working available).
• Locations: Bath (Head Office), Newport, Poole or Maidstone – roles related to the clients those offices support.
• Contract: 40 hour per week, Monday to Friday.

We are listed on the Sunday Times Top 100 Places to Work 2024. As a team we shape and support engineering and construction for our clients, ensuring sustainability for all stakeholders. We value technical excellence, professional growth, and making a difference in communities.

Bridges is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring equality and diversity within the workplace.