Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

About the job Are you an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer looking to make a real impact on the future of the UK water industry? We're looking for a Senior or Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to join our in-house design team, delivering innovative, low-carbon water treatment solutions across the UK. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role throughout the full project lifecycle from concept and detailed design through to implementation while helping to develop the next generation of engineers. What you'll be doing As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you'll: ✔ Lead the mechanical design of water treatment projects from concept through to delivery. ✔ Produce and review high-quality mechanical design deliverables. ✔ Ensure designs comply with client specifications, industry standards and regulatory requirements. ✔ Coordinate design reviews, checking and approval processes. ✔ Mentor and support junior engineers, helping to build a high-performing design team. ✔ Prepare work scope estimates and quotations. ✔ Champion health & safety, quality and environmental best practice. ✔ Collaborate with clients, project teams and key stakeholders. ✔ Manage design changes and support project programme delivery. What we're looking for You'll ideally have: * Degree, HND or HNC in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent). * Chartered Engineer status (or working towards it) with a recognised professional body. * Strong mechanical design experience within the municipal water or wastewater sector. * Experience working within multidisciplinary engineering teams. * Design management experience. * Knowledge of programme and financial management. * Experience across all project phases, including optioneering, FEED, detailed design, construction support and As-Built documentation. * The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. * A full UK driving licence. What's in it for you? * Competitive salary based on experience * Car allowance * Private healthcare * 31 days annual leave, increasing to 33 days after two years' service * Holiday Buy/Sell Scheme * Company pension * Professional membership fees paid * Cycle to Work Scheme * EV/Hybrid Car Lease Scheme * Discounted gym membership * Employee discount platform * Structured career development with genuine opportunities for progression * Access to occupational health services and mental health support If you're looking to work on innovative engineering projects that make a lasting environmental impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential conversation. #MechanicalEngineering #DesignEngineering #WaterIndustry #WaterTreatment #MEICA #EngineeringJobs #SeniorEngineer #Sustainability #Hiring #UKJobs