Job Title: Principal Mechanical Design Engineer Salary: £60,000 to £70,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Location: Hybrid - Reading (3-4 days/week office or site presence) Type: Permanent, Hybrid About the Role: As Principal Mechanical Design Engineer, you'll lead a team of dedicated engineers, shaping the "Intelligent Client" capability and contributing directly to critical AMP8 project outcomes and beyond. Your expertise in mechanical design will guide complex infrastructure programmes from initial brief through to handover, ensuring industry-leading standards and forward-thinking design. About the Client: Our client is a major UK utility provider undertaking a large-scale infrastructure transformation programme. With a focus on sustainable, efficient, and compliant delivery, they are redefining how water and wastewater systems serve millions across the country. Key Responsibilities: Define clear technical requirements through comprehensive Project Definition Briefs. Develop and refine Technical Asset Standards to boost efficiency. Uphold the highest engineering standards in mechanical design. Lead and sign off on innovative mechanical designs for water and wastewater sectors. Inspire and manage multi-disciplinary teams on mechanically focused projects. Provide technical assurance and support seamless project transitions. Support the development and adoption of innovative technologies and ...