Principal Mechanical Engineer, Water Sector
Core
Design mechanical installations for water and wastewater infrastructure, including pump stations, piping, and valves, supporting multi-billion-pound capital programmes across the UK.
Role type
Principal Mechanical Engineer (Water Sector)
Builds
Water and wastewater infrastructure schemes, non-infrastructure projects, and engineering consultancy services for major UK water utilities.
Domain
Water infrastructure and wastewater engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Pump station design, piping design, valve selection, hydraulics, engineering report review, design drawing approval, technical specification creation, site surveying, P&ID production
Preferred skills
Chartered Engineer status (IMechE), experience with MEICA solutions, collaboration with international Enterprise Capabilities centres
Technologies
P&IDs, technical specifications, design drawings, engineering reports
Responsibilities
Develop feasibility studies, outline and detailed designs, and provide construction support; Create design drawings, select mechanical plant, and prepare technical specifications; Manage project budgets, schedules, and deliverables; Conduct site surveys and liaise with clients, contractors, and suppliers; Design mechanical installations for water and wastewater systems; Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including civil, electrical, and process engineers.
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic delivery responsibilities