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Senior Mechanical Engineer, Peterborough
Client:
sweco
Location:
Peterborough, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
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Job Views:
8
Posted:
19.08.2025
Expiry Date:
03.10.2025
Job Description:
Job Description
We are gearing up for our most exciting and challenging Asset Management Period yet, known as AMP8, which will see us deliver a larger programme of work than ever before. We will focus on nature-based solutions like wetlands and urban drainage schemes.
We aim to set global benchmarks, build a better environment, and provide growth opportunities for our workforce. Our teams are built for career progression.
With a portfolio of projects planned for AMP8 to ensure water flow across the region, our ability to manage work and exceed customer expectations will be crucial.
We seek driven talent to help us achieve our ambitious goals. Are you ready to join us in delivering an innovative AMP?
About Sweco
Transforming society together, we plan and design sustainable communities and future cities. We address urbanisation challenges, digitalisation, and sustainability by bringing together diverse experts. Our global expertise combined with local presence helps clients solve current and future challenges.
We support collaboration and work-life balance, with an average of three days a week in office or on-site.
As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you’ll lead design and delivery of water solutions, drive sustainable and cost-effective decisions, and mentor junior engineers to ensure safety, durability, and innovation.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Lead and review mechanical designs for compliance and performance.
* Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to high standards.
* Promote digital tools and modular construction techniques.
* Drive health & safety by design, reducing costs over the lifecycle.
* Champion sustainability, carbon reduction, and innovation.
* Mentor junior engineers and foster technical excellence.
* Work with project leaders on strategic decisions.
About You
You will ideally have:
* A degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
* Chartered or working towards chartered status.
* Experience in mechanical design, preferably in water or complex infrastructure.
* Knowledge of industry standards, safety legislation, and construction principles.
* Leadership experience with coaching and mentoring skills.
* Proficiency in CAD and engineering software.
* Decision-making confidence, collaboration, and communication skills.
Potential Alignment to Business Units
Depending on your skills and interests, you may align with:
* Place Based Thinking
* Water
* Water Recycling (East and West)
Why Join Us?
This is an excellent opportunity to work on cutting-edge water infrastructure projects with a successful UK alliance. We value innovation, learning, and professional growth, focusing on sustainable solutions with positive environmental impacts.
If you have the required skills and seek career progression, we want to hear from you.
Let’s transform society at Sweco.
We aim to:
* Bring environmental and social prosperity through our Love Every Drop initiative.
* Build trust, do the right thing, and explore new opportunities.
Join us in creating a better environment for our customers.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
We support a friendly, inclusive culture that respects contributions from all individuals. We promote equality, diversity, and inclusion for everyone.
We encourage applications regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, pregnancy, or maternity/paternity.
We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a Disability Confident employer, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible candidates who meet minimum role criteria.
If you need assistance with your application (e.g., reasonable adjustments), please contact us with your preferred contact method and the role you’re applying for.
Please note, we may close vacancies early. Our recruitment process involves trusted agencies on our Preferred Supplier List, and we do not accept speculative CVs.
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