Senior Mechanical Engineer

Sweco; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in engineering solutions is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to design and deliver innovative water solutions. The role involves leading technical delivery, mentoring junior engineers, and promoting sustainability in projects. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and experience in the water sector.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mechanical design, ideally in the water sector.
• Preferably chartered or working towards chartered status.
• Strong understanding of industry standards and health and safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and review mechanical designs for compliance and performance.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote technical excellence.
• Drive sustainability and carbon reduction across the design lifecycle.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Decision-making

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Engineering software

Job description

As our new Senior Mechanical Engineer, you’ll be at the forefront of designing and delivering innovative water solutions. You’ll lead technical delivery, drive sustainable and cost-effective design decisions, and guide junior engineers to deliver work that’s safe, future-proof, and built to last.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead and review mechanical designs to ensure compliance, safety, and performance excellence.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to high quality standards.

• Promote the use of digital tools and modular construction techniques.

• Drive Health & Safety by design, identifying improvements and reducing whole-life costs.

• Champion sustainability, carbon reduction, and innovation across the design lifecycle.

• Mentor junior engineers and create a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.

• Work closely with project and engineering leaders, contributing to strategic decisions.

What You’ll Bring

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related discipline).

• Preferably chartered, or working towards chartered status.

• Proven experience in mechanical design—ideally in the water sector or similar complex infrastructure environment.

• Strong understanding of industry standards, health and safety legislation, and construction principles.

• Leadership experience with a passion for coaching, mentoring and developing others.

• Proficiency in CAD and engineering software.

• Confident decision-maker, with a collaborative mindset and strong communication skills.

If you’re passionate about engineering, sustainability, and driving change, apply today and help us deliver our most exciting AMP yet.