Senior Mechanical Engineer

Shirley Parsons Ltd; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer for a 12-month contract in Birmingham. This hybrid role involves leading design for water treatment facilities, collaborating with teams, and mentoring junior engineers. Ideal candidates have a degree in Mechanical Engineering, 3–6 years of relevant experience, and familiarity with AutoCAD and Revit. Competitive contract terms and a collaborative culture are offered.

Benefits

Collaborative team culture

Access to cutting-edge technologies

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of experience in mechanical engineering, ideally in the water sector.
• Strong technical skills in mechanical design and specification.
• Experience in mentoring or team leadership is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design for water and wastewater treatment facilities.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions.
• Conduct feasibility studies and develop equipment specifications.

Skills

Mechanical design

Problem solving

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM tools

Job description

About the Role

A UK–based engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer for a 12–month contract to support the delivery of water infrastructure projects across the UK. This hybrid role offers flexibility to work from offices in Manchester, Leeds, or Chester, with travel to project sites as required.

You'll be involved in the design and implementation of mechanical systems for clean water, wastewater, and sludge treatment facilities, contributing to sustainable engineering solutions within the UK water industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design for water and wastewater treatment facilities.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high–quality engineering solutions.
• Coordinate with suppliers and subcontractors under framework agreements.
• Conduct feasibility studies and develop equipment specifications.
• Perform site inspections and provide technical recommendations.
• Support client engagement through proposals and project planning.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to internal knowledge sharing.

Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 3–6 years of experience in mechanical engineering, ideally in the water sector.
• Strong technical skills in mechanical design and specification.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, and BIM tools.
• Excellent communication and problem–solving abilities.
• Experience in mentoring or team leadership is a plus.

What\'s on Offer

• 12–month contract minimum with potential for extension.
• Inclusive and collaborative team culture.
• Access to cutting–edge technologies and global expertise.

How to Apply

If you\'re passionate about sustainable engineering and want to make a real impact in the UK water sector, we\'d love to hear from you. Submit your CV and cover letter.

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