Technical Director, Mechanical Engineering (Hybrid – UK)

Snc-Lavalin; Greater London; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis in the UK seeks a Technical Director for Mechanical Engineering to lead as a technical expert and drive business results. The role covers national responsibilities across water, nuclear, and defence sectors with UK-wide travel and hybrid work.

Lead within the mechanical group and multidisciplinary teams to deliver measurable outcomes. You will set direction for high‑impact projects, challenge status quo, and develop innovative solutions while collaborating with senior stakeholders

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Chartered Mechanical Engineer status.
• Extensive leadership of complex, high-risk projects.
• Experience in UK Water market is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership within the national D&AT practice.
• Act as technical authority in Mechanical Engineering across the practice.
• Lead collaboration with stakeholders at all levels and drive improvements.
• Oversee technical input into bids and cross‑functional submissions.
• Grow and manage the mechanical engineering capability within the practice.
• Anticipate regulatory and technology challenges and advise leadership.

Skills

Technical leadership

Mechanical engineering

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Chartered Mechanical Engineer

Job description

AtkinsRéalis in the UK seeks a Technical Director for Mechanical Engineering to lead as a technical expert and drive business results. The role covers national responsibilities across water, nuclear, and defence sectors with UK-wide travel and hybrid work.

Lead within the mechanical group and multidisciplinary teams to deliver measurable outcomes. You will set direction for high‑impact projects, challenge status quo, and develop innovative solutions while collaborating with senior stakeholders