Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Water)

RPS Group; Derby; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the water industry is recruiting Senior Mechanical Design Engineers for long-term projects in Derby. You will work collaboratively on innovative frameworks aimed at enhancing river health and delivering sustainable water services. Ideal candidates have a strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles and experience in the water sector, alongside relevant qualifications.

Benefits

Personal development plan

Clear career pathways

Hybrid working options

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in producing technical specifications and designing pumping systems.
• Familiarity with collaborative planning and water treatment processes.
• Chartered status or working towards chartership is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work on diverse projects across frameworks with UK water companies.
• Support project delivery and team development.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Skills

Mechanical engineering principles

Pump design

P&ID creation

CDM regulations

AutoCAD

Education

IMechE accredited degree

Postgraduate qualifications

Job description

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Water), Derby

Client:

RPS Group

Location:

Derby, UK

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

Job Description:

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Water)

We are recruiting multiple Senior Mechanical Design Engineers (Water) for major long-term frameworks across the UK water industry. RPS, in collaboration with Tetra Tech, has secured a £100 million framework from United Utilities to improve river health in Northwest England.

Join our team to work on innovative projects, supporting water industry clients through Asset Management and Operational Strategy development. We work with several major water companies on long-term frameworks, focusing on delivering sustainable water services.

About The Team:

Our Water Consulting team includes Engineers, Modellers, and Data Analysts dedicated to supporting our clients' needs with innovative solutions. We are involved in prestigious AMP8 programmes, shaping the future of water management in the UK.

About You:

You should have experience in producing technical specifications, designing pumping and aeration systems, and creating detailed reports. Familiarity with collaborative planning, technical presentations, and water treatment processes is essential.

Your Responsibilities:

• Work on diverse projects across frameworks with UK water companies.
• Support project delivery and team development.
• Review technical drawings, undertake asset surveys, and prepare design deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Skills, Knowledge, and Experience:

• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles.
• Experience in the water industry is advantageous.
• Knowledge of pump design, P&ID creation, specifications, and CDM regulations.
• Ability to manage work within time, cost, and quality constraints.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or similar software is a plus.

Qualifications:

• IMechE accredited degree; postgraduate qualifications are a plus.
• Chartered status or working towards chartership.
• Membership with professional bodies like IET, InstMC, or CIWEM preferred.

What’s in it for you?

Enjoy a personal development plan, clear career pathways, and a supportive environment that values diversity, innovation, and wellbeing.

Why RPS?

We promote flexible working, collaboration, and social connection, with hybrid working options. As part of Tetra Tech, we offer global opportunities and impactful projects.

Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity and recognizes everyone’s contributions. Our core behaviour 'Stronger Together' emphasizes respect, acknowledgment, and mutual growth.

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