Senior/Principal Mechanical Engineer

Matchtech; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech is recruiting Senior and Principal Mechanical Engineers for the Water sector with hybrid locations in Cambridge, Peterborough, London, or Surrey. You will lead multi-disciplinary design delivery, ensuring high-quality outputs on critical water projects.

The role requires Chartered or Incorporated status, strong leadership, and a track record in coordinating mechanical design within the water/wastewater domain. You will mentor colleagues and contribute to bid support.

Qualifications

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Chartered or Incorporated Mechanical Engineer.
• Water/Wastewater Sector experience.
• Proven experience coordinating or managing a Mechanical engineering design delivery team in a design consultancy.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate or manage a team of Mechanical engineers for delivery of technical design work on complex multi-disciplinary projects following relevant design codes and standards.
• Produce and review technical deliverables such as design reports, drawings, calculations, and scopes of work with defined scope.
• Provide technical input into project design deliverables for Mechanical aspects and manage time and budgets to milestones.
• Collaborate with client, operations, project, or service teams.
• Mentor less experienced colleagues and grow mechanical capabilities.
• Work independently with minimal guidance and provide technical leadership to junior staff.
• Support bid proposals.
• Work with UK and overseas teams to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Adhere to QA standards in design through check/review of own and others' work.

Skills

Team leadership

Mechanical design

Water/wastewater sector

Project coordination

UK design standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Chartered or Incorporated Mechanical Engineer

Job description

My Client is recruiting for a Senior and Principal Mechanical Engineer in the Water Sector.

Locations: Cambridge, Peterborough, London or Surrey - Hybrid

Are you a Mechanical Engineer who is passionate about making the world a better place? Are you ready to take up a vital role in some of the UK's most exciting and innovative projects?

We are looking for experienced Senior/Principal Mechanical Engineers to join our team within the Design & Advanced Technology (D&AT) Team. You'll be part of a talented, multi-disciplinary team delivering cutting edge, iconic projects to our Water market clients.

As a key member of our team, you'll play a vital role in delivering transformational programmes for critical UK infrastructure, with opportunities to work on landmark engineering projects both domestically and internationally. We're committed to providing industry-leading solutions throughout the project lifecycle, adding value through client-side and construction-phase support.

Become part of a team where every voice matters, and together we can tackle our clients' toughest challenges. We foster a diverse and inclusive environment where world-class talent thrives without boundaries. For us, collaboration isn't a buzzword. We value the different perspectives our people bring and recognise everyone for their contributions equally.

We also know that different people have different priorities, which is why we're here to support you with whatever you need.

Your role

• Coordinate or manage a team of Mechanical engineers for delivery of technical design work on complex multi-disciplinary projects following relevant national and project specific design codes and standards, and to high-quality levels in areas such as pumping systems and water & wastewater treatment design.
• Responsible for producing and reviewing technical deliverables such as design reports, drawings, calculations, and scopes of work with defined scope.
• Provide technical input into project design deliverables for Mechanical aspects of complex multi-disciplinary projects and work with the project management team to successfully manage time and budgets to key project milestones and programmes.
• Collaborate with client, operational, project, or service activities within your immediate team and other related teams.
• Provide mentorship to less experienced colleagues and help to grow the Mechanical Engineering capabilities within the local team.
• Work independently with minimal technical guidance. Exercise personal judgement to solve difficult problems where appropriate and provide guidance to junior team members.
• Provide technical support for bid proposals.
• Work closely with a multi-disciplinary team in the UK and overseas to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Adhere to quality assurance standards in design including check and review of own work as well as others.

About you

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Chartered or Incorporated Mechanical Engineer.
• Water/Wastewater Sector experience
• Proven experience in coordinating or managing a Mechanical engineering design delivery team for a design consultancy including within a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Takes broad perspective to identify innovative solutions to design problems.
• The role requires comprehensive knowledge and proven practical experience in the design integration of a wide range of mechanical equipment, including pumps, blowers, screens, and chemical dosing systems. Additionally, it demands a thorough understanding of current UK design standards, relevant legislation, and established industry practices.
• Practical knowledge of current design codes and standards as well as industry best practices, including a strong understanding of legislation such as CDM and DSEAR.
• Ability to work independently with minimal technical guidance.
• Proficiency in applicable analytical software and related tools.
• Experience in Water market is preferable.
• Demonstrates strong communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts clearly and effectively within diverse multi-disciplinary teams.
• A proactive, highly motivated mindset with a collaborative approach to drive teamwork and shared success across projects.