Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Water)

TN United Kingdom; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their Water Consulting team. This role offers the chance to work on innovative projects that improve river health and contribute to the water industry. You will collaborate with leading water companies, producing technical outputs and supporting project delivery. With a focus on personal development and a supportive environment, this position promises career progression and the opportunity to make a positive impact on millions of lives. Join a team that values diversity, innovation, and wellbeing, and help shape the future of water management.

Benefits

Personal Development Plan

Career Progression

Flexible Working

Supportive Environment

Diversity and Inclusion Programs

Qualifications

• Experience producing technical outputs and collaborating on design solutions.
• Knowledge of water treatment processes and infrastructure assessment.

Responsibilities

• Work on diverse projects within long-term frameworks across the UK water sector.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to team development.
• Conduct asset condition surveys and prepare reports.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering Principles

Pump Design

P&ID Creation

AutoCAD

Water Industry Knowledge

Safety Regulations

Education

IMechE-accredited Degree

Postgraduate Qualifications

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

Job description

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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Water), Leeds

Client:

RPS Group

Location:

Leeds, United Kingdom

Job Category:

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Yes

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Water)

We are currently recruiting multiple Senior Mechanical Design Engineers (Water) for long-term frameworks across the UK, including a significant £100 million framework with United Utilities to improve river health in Northwest England.

RPS has over 20 years of collaboration with United Utilities on innovative water projects. As we approach AMP8, this is an exciting phase to contribute to the water industry, working with passionate organizations to create positive change.

Within this 10-year framework, RPS aims to optimize programs, develop solutions, and select the best options based on value, carbon footprint, and cost, delivering exceptional water services for a resilient and eco-friendly Northwest.

About The Team:

Our Water Consulting team comprises Engineers, Modellers, and Data Analysts providing Asset Management and Operational Strategy to support business planning and delivery in the water sector. The industry offers ongoing challenges and opportunities requiring innovation, dedication, and teamwork.

We also work with several major UK water companies under long-term frameworks, leading into AMP8 and beyond, offering career stability and growth.

About You:

You should have experience producing technical outputs (specifications, pump and aeration system designs, reports) and collaborating on planning reviews and design solutions. Skills include creating General Arrangement Drawings, 3D models, P&ID diagrams, and delivering technical presentations. Knowledge of water and wastewater treatment processes and infrastructure assessment is essential.

This role offers the chance to impact millions of lives, work with leading water companies, and leave a lasting legacy in the water industry.

Your Responsibilities:

• Work on diverse projects within long-term frameworks across the UK water sector.
• Support project delivery alongside Senior and Principal Engineers.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to team development.
• Understand technical drawings using AutoCAD or Inventor.
• Conduct asset condition surveys and prepare reports.
• Assist in producing P&ID diagrams and mechanical design deliverables.
• Support compliance with CDM regulations and safety procedures.

Skills, Knowledge, and Experience:

• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles.
• Water industry experience is advantageous.
• Proficiency in pump design, P&ID creation, specifications, and safety regulations.
• Knowledge of contract procurement methods, including NEC/ECC.
• Ability to manage work within time, cost, and quality constraints.
• Support for junior staff development.
• Willingness to travel to operational and construction sites.
• Experience with AutoCAD or similar software is a plus.

Qualifications:

• IMechE-accredited degree; postgraduate qualifications are a plus.
• Chartered status or working towards it.
• Membership or in-progress membership with professional bodies like IET, InstMC, or CIWEM.

What’s in it for you?

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

Why RPS?

We promote flexible working, collaboration, and social connection, with hybrid and agile working as standard, fostering a work environment that adapts to your needs.

RPS, A Tetra Tech company:

As part of Tetra Tech since January 2023, a global leader with over 28,000 employees worldwide, we offer extensive project opportunities and impactful work addressing complex global challenges.

Join us and make a difference in the future of water!