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Mechanical Engineer
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Job summary
A leading recruitment firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join a dynamic design team specializing in the water industry. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality design solutions for wastewater and clean water projects. A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience and a degree in Mechanical Engineering are required. This is a great opportunity for a skilled professional to advance their career in engineering.
Qualifications
- 10 years’ relevant experience in mechanical design within the water industry.
- Strong background in hydraulic design principles.
- Registered with a professional engineering body.
Responsibilities
- Deliver mechanical design outputs for water projects.
- Manage and review subcontracted design team outputs.
- Produce detailed design calculations and drawings.
Skills
Education
Our client is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Mechanical Engineer to join their dynamic design team within the water industry. The successful Mechanical Engineer will play a key role in delivering high-quality, safe, and technically robust design solutions for both clean and wastewater infrastructure projects.
- Deliver mechanical design outputs that meet safety, quality, and technical requirements.
- Produce detailed design calculations and drawings for a variety of water and wastewater projects.
- Lead and support CAD technicians, junior designers, and graduate engineers.
- Manage and review outputs from subcontracted M&E design teams.
- Collaborate with suppliers and manufacturers to specify appropriate equipment.
- Develop comprehensive design reports, investigations, and technical specifications.
- Ensure all designs adhere to relevant technical, professional, and corporate standards.
- Accurately implement and document any project design changes.
- Provide time estimates for design tasks and packages.
- Participate in and present at internal and external project and design meetings.
- Minimum of 10 years’ relevant experience in mechanical design within the water industry.
- Strong background in hydraulic design principles and applications.
- Familiarity with electrical design and control systems.
- Degree or HND in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Registered with a professional engineering body and actively working towards chartered status.
- Chartered Engineer (CEng) status.
- Experience in electrical and/or control engineering.
- Direct experience with both wastewater and clean water treatment systems.
- Good understanding of construction methodologies and materials.
- Solid knowledge of engineering drawing standards and best practices
At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for a Senior Mechanical Engineer looking for new employment.
As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.
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