Senior Mechanical Engineer

First Recruitment Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job description

Job Title: Senior Mechanical Engineer
Location: Manchester
Job Type: Contract

About the Role:
Our client is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their dynamic design team within the water industry. The successful Mechanical Engineer will play a key role in delivering high–quality, safe, and technically robust design solutions for both clean and wastewater infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Deliver mechanical design outputs that meet safety, quality, and technical requirements.
2. Produce detailed design calculations and drawings for a variety of water and wastewater projects.
3. Lead and support CAD technicians, junior designers, and graduate engineers.
4. Manage and review outputs from subcontracted M&E design teams.
5. Collaborate with suppliers and manufacturers to specify appropriate equipment.
6. Develop comprehensive design reports, investigations, and technical specifications.
7. Ensure all designs adhere to relevant technical, professional, and corporate standards.
8. Accurately implement and document any project design changes.
9. Provide time estimates for design tasks and packages.
10. Participate in and present at internal and external project and design meetings.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

1. Minimum of 10 years relevant experience in mechanical design within the water industry.
2. Strong background in hydraulic design principles and applications.
3. Familiarity with electrical design and control systems.
4. Degree or HND in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
5. Registered with a professional engineering body and actively working towards chartered status.

Desirable Qualifications & Experience:

1. Chartered Engineer (CEng) status.
2. Experience in electrical and/or control engineering.
3. Direct experience with both wastewater and clean water treatment systems.
4. Good understanding of construction methodologies and materials.
5. Solid knowledge of engineering drawing standards and best practices.

Company Information:
At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for a Senior Mechanical Engineer looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.