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Mechanical Design Engineer
Job summary
A leading engineering contractor is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer in the Bristol area. This role involves producing and developing mechanical designs for essential water and wastewater infrastructure projects while ensuring compliance with industry standards. Candidates should possess a degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering, relevant experience in the utilities sector, and proficiency in design software. The position offers competitive pay and a strong career development pathway in a supportive hybrid working environment.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Experience in water, wastewater, or broader utilities sector is essential.
- Strong understanding of mechanical systems including pumps, valves, etc.
- CSCS / EUSR Water Hygiene certification is desirable.
Responsibilities
- Develop mechanical designs from concept to detailed design.
- Prepare technical documents, calculations, schedules, and reports.
- Work with various engineering disciplines to ensure coordinated designs.
- Support design reviews, HAZOPs, and risk assessments.
- Provide technical support during construction and commissioning.
- Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards.
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Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: Bristol area
Employment Type: Permanent
Hybrid Working: Office and flexible working as required
Are you a talented Mechanical Design Engineer looking to develop your career within the water and utilities sector? We are supporting a leading engineering contractor as they continue to strengthen their design and delivery capability across major regional infrastructure programmes.
This is an excellent opportunity to work on technically challenging and high-impact schemes, contributing to the development of essential water and wastewater assets across the South West.
- Produce and develop mechanical designs from concept through to detailed design, ensuring compliance with project specifications and industry standards.
- Prepare technical documents, calculations, schedules, and design reports.
- Work closely with civil, electrical, and process engineering disciplines to deliver fully coordinated designs.
- Support design reviews, HAZOPs, risk assessments, and value engineering activities.
- Provide technical support during construction, commissioning, and handover stages.
- Ensure all design work adheres to the highest health, safety, and environmental standards.
- Degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
- Proven experience within the water, wastewater, or wider utilities sector.
- Strong understanding of mechanical systems, including pumps, valves, pipework, rotating equipment, and associated infrastructure.
- Proficient in relevant design software and tools (e.g., AutoCAD, 3D modelling, calculation software).
- Excellent communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
- A proactive approach with a strong focus on quality and efficient delivery.
- CSCS / EUSR Water Hygiene desirable.
- Opportunity to work on complex and high-value water infrastructure projects.
- Long-term career development with a market-leading engineering contractor.
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- A strong pipeline of future framework and project work
* The salary benchmark is based on the target salaries of market leaders in their relevant sectors. It is intended to serve as a guide to help Premium Members assess open positions and to help in salary negotiations. The salary benchmark is not provided directly by the company, which could be significantly higher or lower.