Senior Principal Mechanical Engineer - Water Sector

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm is seeking a Senior Principal Mechanical Engineer to lead mechanical design for infrastructure projects, particularly in the water sector. The successful candidate will manage the full project lifecycle and mentor other engineers. This role offers competitive benefits and opportunities across the UK and Ireland.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension

Private medical insurance

Gym discounts

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Degree qualification in Mechanical Engineering; ideally Chartered or working toward.
• Previous experience in detailed design within the water industry.
• Experience developing and leading engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design for infrastructure projects in the water sector.
• Manage full project lifecycle from feasibility to construction support.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to achieve outcomes.
• Mentor and manage engineers within the team.

Skills

Mechanical design

Project lifecycle management

Collaboration

Mentorship

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related subject

Job description

Overview

Are you a highly skilled Mechanical Engineer with a passion for creating sustainable solutions?

Join Stantec and help us tackle the urgent climate, environmental, and efficiency challenges facing our communities. We are seeking a Senior Principal Mechanical Engineer in the South West and Midlands, with role locations including Bristol, Cardiff, Exeter, Birmingham, Derby or Redditch. You will be involved in the full project life cycle, from feasibility and optioneering through to detailed design and construction support, including site surveys and investigations. This role involves leading mechanical design for infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects, including water/wastewater treatment plants, conveyance systems, pumping stations and more.

You will work closely with project managers, technical leaders, design engineers, clients, supply chain partners, contractors, planners and other stakeholders to deliver positive project outcomes. You will also be responsible for mentoring and managing other engineers within the team. You can learn more about our work in the water sector at Stantec Water.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design for infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects in water and related sectors.
• Manage full project lifecycle from feasibility to construction support, including site surveys and investigations.
• Collaborate with project managers, technical leaders, design engineers, clients, supply chain partners, contractors and planners to achieve project outcomes.
• Mentor and manage other engineers within the team.

Qualifications

• Degree qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related subject; ideally Chartered or working toward.
• Previous experience in detailed design within the water industry; experience with delivery contractors is beneficial.
• Experience developing and leading engineers and taking on full line management responsibilities.

Why Join Us?

• Our People Culture: a close-knit, friendly and collaborative environment.
• Awards: recognition for International Consulting Firm of the Year and Best Place to Work at the 2024 NCE awards, plus top 10 Corporate Knights sustainable companies.
• Benefits: competitive salary, pension, holidays, private medical insurance, gym discounts, and more.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Great projects across the UK and Ireland in multiple sectors.
• Industry-leading training, development and paid professional subscriptions.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global network of professionals united to design with community in mind. We provide equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. We are committed to accessible recruitment and a fair application process.

If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply.

For accessibility and recruitment process support, please contact [e-mail] for adjustments or assistance.

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