Senior Mechanical Engineer – Water Infrastructure (Hybrid)

AtkinsRéalis Group; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Senior/Principal Mechanical Engineer to lead delivery on water resource projects across the UK. You will mentor engineers, work with multidisciplinary teams and influence projects from feasibility through to major programmes.

The role offers hybrid working, a broad portfolio, and opportunities to shape water infrastructure. Chartered status or progression to it is expected, with focus on technical leadership and client engagement.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Chartered or Incorporated status with IMechE or able to become chartered within 12 months.
• Experience leading technical delivery within water sector or transferable industry.
• Strong communication and team leadership skills with collaborative problem solving.
• Experience in design integration of mechanical equipment (pumps, blowers, screens, dosing systems).

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of mechanical engineering solutions for water resource projects through all lifecycle stages.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop integrated, sustainable, innovative engineering solutions.
• Provide technical guidance, support and assurance to engineers and technicians while mentoring and coaching colleagues.
• Develop and review technical reports, calculations, specifications, drawings and design packages for high-quality delivery.
• Build strong relationships with project teams, clients, stakeholders and partners.
• Contribute to innovation and adoption of new technologies and opportunities within the Practice.
• Identify opportunities to create additional value for clients and communities.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Leadership

Project delivery

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Chartered or Incorporated status with IMechE or equivalent

Job description

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Senior/Principal Mechanical Engineer to lead delivery on water resource projects across the UK. You will mentor engineers, work with multidisciplinary teams and influence projects from feasibility through to major programmes.

The role offers hybrid working, a broad portfolio, and opportunities to shape water infrastructure. Chartered status or progression to it is expected, with focus on technical leadership and client engagement.