Senior Mechanical Engineer

Abatec Recruitment; Exeter; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Exeter to work on water and wastewater projects. The role involves leading mechanical design, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and supporting junior engineers. Ideal candidates have experience in similar projects and a degree in Mechanical Engineering. The salary ranges from £55,000 to £65,000 per annum, alongside a comprehensive benefits package including employer pension contributions and holiday allowances.

Benefits

Pension match up to 7%

Annual bonus schemes

Life Assurance

Private Medical Insurance

33 days holiday

Qualifications

• Experience in water or wastewater projects.
• Chartered or Incorporated membership of a relevant engineering institution.
• Valid driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design for projects from outline to commissioning.
• Coordinate designs with other engineering teams.
• Develop key deliverables like P&IDs and valve schedules.
• Support and mentor team members.

Skills

Mechanical design

Project management

Collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Job description

Abatec is recruiting for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to help deliver a major programme or water and wastewater projects across South West Water. You'll be joining a collaborative design and build team working on long-term AMP8 investment framework, with the potential to extend into AMP9.

If you're motivated by projects that make a real difference, you'll enjoy the impact this role offers. From improving treatment performance to boosting environmental resilience, you'll help shape mechanical engineering solutions from concept design all the way through to commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design of water and wastewater infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects from outline design through to commissioning and handover
• Coordinate mechanical design with electrical, civil, geotechnical and process teams, ensuring outputs meet programme, budget and quality requirements
• Develop key mechanical deliverables including P&IDs, valve schedules, pump calculations, access and lifting arrangements, and above-ground pipework layouts
• Support and mentor mechanical engineers within the team, helping to develop capability and allocate the right resource to the right projects

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar position on water or wastewater projects
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
• Chartered or Incorporated membership of a relevant engineering institution (e.g., IMechE, ICE) or equivalent experience
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams
• A valid driving licence and willingness to travel to sites across the operational region

Salary and Benefits

• £55,000 - £65,000 per annum
• Pension match by employer up to 7%
• Annual bonus schemes
• Life Assurance, Private Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Cover and Health Screening
• 33 days holiday, inclusive of public holidays
• Support towards chartership with mentoring and tailored training

If you would like more information, or to apply for this vacancy, please contact Lloyd Barham on (phone number removed). The reference for this vacancy is (phone number removed).