Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Bridges Ltd; Poole; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer in Poole. You will lead the design of water and wastewater projects while mentoring staff and influencing project decisions. Ideal candidates have over 5 years of experience in mechanical design, a relevant degree, and familiarity with Autodesk CAD tools. The position offers a hybrid work model, competitive salary, and various benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Health cash plan with Healthshield

Standard Life Pension Scheme - 5% company contribution

Extended annual leave allowance

Training and development opportunities

Employee referral scheme

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience working in a senior mechanical design role.
• Relevant engineering qualifications required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design and specification of treatment systems.
• Oversee project delivery from concept to construction support.
• Develop detailed specifications to meet client requirements.

Skills

Mechanical systems design

Site general arrangement design

Design project coordination

Chemical dosing

Water quality monitoring

Autodesk 3D CAD packages

Microsoft Office suite

Water industry-based design experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

HNC or HND

Job description

Overview

Are you a seasoned Mechanical Design Engineer with a strong background in the water and wastewater sector? We are seeking a confident, innovative professional to lead the design and delivery of complex infrastructure projects across AMP 8 and AMP 9, and across 10 major water and wastewater companies in England and Wales. You will work on a diverse range of challenging projects, from innovative treatment systems to infrastructure upgrades, collaborating with a supportive, forward-thinking team of 40+ engineers. This role offers opportunities to shape sustainable engineering solutions, mentor junior staff, and influence key project decisions. If you value technical excellence, professional growth, and making a difference in communities, we’d love to hear from you.

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 the addressing of challenges encountered across our teams, bringing your experience to assist in defining solutions.
• Assist less technical team members with the specification of technical plant and machinery.
• Liaise with project managers and commercial teams.
• Attend site visits, both during and after projects.
• Produce and deliver technical presentations during client visits and meetings.

Role Location and Structure

We offer a hybrid model of 3 days in the office and 2 days at home, with some flexibility. Roles are available in Bath (Head Office), Newport, Poole or Maidstone offices and will relate to the clients those offices support. This is based on a 42.5-hour contract, Monday to Friday.

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
  • Autodesk 3D CAD packages
  • Microsoft Office suite
  • 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 2 Work scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee referral scheme - £1,000 if you successfully introduce someone
• Employee recognition schemes
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

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