Senior Mechanical Engineer – Water & Wastewater Innovation

Pick Everard; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Agile working

Career Development

CSR opportunities

26 days annual leave

Private healthcare

Pension

Employee discounts

Eyecare scheme

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Pick Everard is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer - Water Civil Engineering to shape mechanical designs for wastewater and clean water projects across the UK. You will lead technical delivery and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to meet client requirements.

The role offers mentoring, chartership support, flexible offices across major cities, and a pathway to senior leadership within a supportive national network.

Qualifications

• Degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• Working towards a professional qualification (e.g. ICE, IMechE).
• Experience in consultant or contractor environments is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of mechanical designs from feasibility to construction for water/wastewater projects.
• Produce high-quality deliverables: P&IDs, valve and penstock schedules, mechanical specifications, and above ground pipework layouts.
• Perform mechanical calculations including pump sizing, safe access assessments, lifting and maintenance arrangements.
• Mentor junior engineers and support their development.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver robust, cost-effective solutions.
• Represent the firm at client meetings and promote sustainable, low-carbon solutions.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaborative mindset

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

Degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

CAD

Job description

Pick Everard is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer - Water Civil Engineering to shape mechanical designs for wastewater and clean water projects across the UK. You will lead technical delivery and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to meet client requirements.

The role offers mentoring, chartership support, flexible offices across major cities, and a pathway to senior leadership within a supportive national network.