Senior Mechanical Engineer

Gold Group Ltd; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A major engineering contractor is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Peterborough to lead design on large-scale infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate has a Mechanical Engineering degree and extensive design experience. Responsibilities include producing compliant designs and coordinating with multi-disciplinary teams. The role offers a competitive salary, benefits like a travel allowance, and clear career development opportunities.

Benefits

Travel allowance

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Contributory pension

Private healthcare

Life assurance

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of experience at the senior level in mechanical design.
• Proven track record in delivering designs within complex engineering environments.
• Understanding of water and wastewater treatment systems.

Responsibilities

• Produce practical, economical, and contract-compliant mechanical designs.
• Coordinate design with stakeholders for integrated solutions.
• Monitor design work against health, safety, and environmental requirements.

Skills

Mechanical design experience

Strong analytical skills

Clear communication

Proficiency with mechanical design software

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Mechanical design software

Job description

Senior Mechanical EngineerLocation: PeterboroughSalary: GBP50,000 to GBP75,000 + car & package

A major engineering contractor is recruiting for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join its established design team. This role is positioned on large–scale infrastructure projects with significant long–term impact. It offers scope to lead design delivery on high–value schemes while working in a hybrid capacity from their project office in Peterborough.

Role Overview

The Senior Mechanical Engineer will report to the Principal Engineer and carry responsibility for delivering efficient, compliant mechanical designs that minimise risk and support safe, cost–effective construction and commissioning. The role requires close collaboration with multi–disciplinary teams to ensure integration of design across all disciplines.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce mechanical design layouts that are practical, economical, and contract–compliant.
• Coordinate design with internal and external stakeholders to achieve integrated solutions.
• Provide design input, estimates, and technical feedback for bids and proposals.
• Apply and develop standard practices, processes, and procedures to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Monitor design work against health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Present technical proposals with confidence and authority.

Essential Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering with extensive mechanical design experience (8–10 years at senior level).
• Proven track record in delivering mechanical designs within complex engineering environments.
• Understanding of water and wastewater treatment systems.
• Strong analytical and problem–solving ability with the capacity to manage multiple data sources.
• Clear, confident communicator with experience presenting technical proposals.
• Proficiency with mechanical design software and digital tools.

Desirable

• Previous experience on large–scale infrastructure or utilities projects.
• Experience mentoring junior engineers and influencing design culture.

Benefits and Career Development

• GBP50,000 to GBP75,000 starting salary
• Travel allowance of GBP5,000
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with option to purchase additional leave.
• Contributory pension
• Private healthcare
• Life assurance
• Lifestyle benefits including cycle to work scheme and employee discount programmes.
• Defined career progression opportunities within a national engineering contractor.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.