Lead Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: RSE West Thurrock, England, United Kingdom
Overview
Our Asset Management & Technical Services business platform is looking for a Lead Mechanical Design Engineer to join us on a permanent basis and support projects across England. You will take on a leading role from scoping and detailed design through to implementation, ensuring compliance with client specifications and regulatory standards, with a strong focus on low‑carbon solutions.
Key Duties
* Meeting with clients to discuss specific intervention requirements.
* Planning and implementing projects in association with Delivery Management teams.
* Providing technical guidance on mechanical matters to the wider project team and senior management.
* Leading the development of mechanical design deliverables.
* Mentoring and developing the next generation of engineering talent.
* Ensuring compliance with client specifications and regulatory standards.
Qualifications
* Experience within municipal water/wastewater sector.
* Degree/HND/HNC in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
* Design management/lead experience.
* Programme and financial management skills.
* Experience at all design stages, from FEED through to construction support and as‑built.
* Experience of plant commissioning and/or operation preferred.
* Chartered engineer status preferred.
* Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently.
* Full UK driving licence.
Benefits
* Industry‑leading salary.
* Company car allowance.
* Flexible career development path.
* Holiday allowance of 31 days per year, rising to 33 days after 2 years’ service.
* Holiday buy/sell scheme.
* Company pension scheme.
* Cycle to work.
* Discounted national gym membership.
* Professional fees paid.
* Employee discount platform.
* EV/Hybrid car lease scheme.
* Access to health professionals including mental health champions and occupational health nurse.
Senior level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
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