Senior Principal Mechanical Engineer - Water Sector

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension plan

Free private medical insurance

Discounted gym membership

Flexible working arrangements

Industry leading training and development

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior to Principal Mechanical Engineer to join their Newcastle team. The role involves leading mechanical design in the water sector, mentoring junior engineers, and working throughout the full project lifecycle. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and experience in detailed design within the water industry. The company offers competitive salaries and various benefits in a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or other relevant subject.
• Previous experience in detailed design within the water industry.
• Background with delivery contractors is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design for infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects.
• Involve in the full project lifecycle from feasibility to support.
• Mentor junior engineers within the team.

Skills

Mechanical engineering expertise

Design for water industry

Project management

Mentorship and guidance

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or relevant subject

Job description

Are you an experienced Mechanical Engineer with a passion for creating sustainable solutions ?, It's an exciting time for the water industry and for Stantec's role within it. With record levels of investment and our ongoing growth plans in the North East, there is plenty of opportunity within our engineering teams. In order to continue supporting our important work for Northumbrian Water, we are now seeking a Senior to Principal grade Mechanical Engineer to join us in Newcastle. You will be involved in the full project life cycle, from feasibility and optioneering through to detailed design and construction support, including site surveys and investigations. This will mean leading mechanical design for infrastructure & non-infrastructure projects, including water/wastewater treatment plants, conveyance systems, pumping stations & more. You will work closely with project managers, technical leaders, design engineers, clients, supply chain partners, contractors, planners and other stakeholders to deliver positive projects outcomes. You will also be involved in the mentorship and guidance of more junior engineers within the team.

You will be degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or other relevant subject, ideally holding Chartered status or working toward. You will have previous experience of working in detailed design within the water industry, and a background working for/with delivery contractors would also be beneficial. For the right candidate, there will also be opportunities to take on line management responsibilities and so previous experience of this would be considered.

The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities. Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients' vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today's challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities. Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world‑class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn't exactly align, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

• Our People Culture: We're a close knit team and very proud of our friendly and collaborative environment.
• Awards: Stantec were awarded the International Consulting Firm of the Year and Best place to work - Large Consulting Firms at the 2024 NCE awards as well as being consistently recognised in the top 10 Corporate Knights most sustainable companies in the world.
• Great Benefits: Competitive salary, pension plan, holidays, free private medical insurance, discounted gym membership and lots more.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Great Projects in all of our sectors across the UK&I.
• Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions.