Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Role Purpose

Are you a seasoned Mechanical Design Engineer with a strong background in the water and wastewater sector? Due to continued success building on our existing framework agreements and a confident growth plan in AMP 8 and AMP 9 across all 10 major water and wastewater companies in England and Wales, we’re seeking a confident, innovative professional to lead the design and delivery of complex infrastructure projects. Join our dynamic and growing team as a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer with a passion for engineering sustainable assets that our valued customers are proud to own and operate.

In this role, you'll have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of challenging projects, from innovative treatment systems to infrastructure upgrades, all while collaborating with a supportive, forward‑thinking team of 40+ engineers. Your expertise will shape sustainable engineering solutions, mentor junior staff, and influence key project decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design and specification of water and wastewater treatment systems, pumping stations, and associated infrastructure.
• Oversee project delivery from concept through to detailed design and construction support.
• Develop detailed specifications for survey requirements, equipment, systems and interfaces between disciplines, ensuring they meet client requirements and industry standards.
• Produce mechanical designs using project specifications, standard requirements, outline scopes of work, and/or site investigations.
• Innovate, challenge, and consider continuous improvement across projects and designs.
• Support addressing challenges across teams, bringing unique experience to define solutions.
• Assist less technical team members with the specification of technical plant and machinery.
• Liaise with project managers and commercial teams.
• Attend site, both during and after projects.
• Produce and carry out technical presentations during client visits and meetings.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience working in a senior mechanical design role.
• Relevant engineering qualification such as a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline, HNC, or HND.
• Experience in:
• Mechanical systems design.
• Site general arrangement design, 2D and/or 3D.
• Design project coordination, leading and supporting teams.
• Chemical dosing.
• Water quality monitoring.
• Proficiency with Autodesk 3D CAD packages.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office packages.
• Specific water industry‑based design experience.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries.
• Health cash plan with Healthshield.
• Standard Life Pension Scheme – 5% company contribution.
• Extended annual leave allowance with option to purchase up to an additional 3 days per year.
• Life Assurance Scheme.
• Employee Discount Scheme.
• Bike‑to‑Work scheme.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Employee referral scheme – £1,000 if you successfully introduce someone.
• Employee recognition schemes.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.

Employment Details

• Hybrid model: 3 days in the office and 2 days at home (flexible working available).
• Locations: Bath (Head Office), Newport, Poole or Maidstone – roles related to the clients those offices support.
• Contract: 40 hour per week, Monday to Friday.

We are listed on the Sunday Times Top 100 Places to Work 2024. As a team we shape and support engineering and construction for our clients, ensuring sustainability for all stakeholders. We value technical excellence, professional growth, and making a difference in communities.

Bridges is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring equality and diversity within the workplace.