Principal Mechanical Engineer
Core
Lead mechanical design delivery for major water and wastewater treatment projects across the UK, ensuring technically robust and sustainable solutions.
Role type
Principal Mechanical Engineer (Water/Wastewater Infrastructure)
Builds
Pumping stations, treatment plants, pipework systems, and associated process infrastructure for UK water utilities.
Domain
Water & Wastewater Infrastructure
Required skills
Mechanical design leadership, equipment selection (pumps, valves, tanks), hydraulic analysis, BIM/3D coordination, multidisciplinary coordination, technical risk management, mentoring engineers, UK water industry standards knowledge.
Preferred skills
Wastewater treatment expertise, experience with AMP8/SRO projects, development of design standards and calculation tools, bid writing and client engagement.
Technologies
BIM, 3D coordination tools, hydraulic analysis software, standardised digital workflows.
Responsibilities
Lead mechanical design delivery on multidisciplinary projects; act as mechanical technical lead owning design strategy and risks; review and approve calculations, specifications, and drawings; lead equipment selection and design for treatment systems; drive multidisciplinary coordination; provide technical assurance and support project managers; mentor and manage engineers; contribute to bids and client engagement. (via careerplan.io/jobs/744000153500504-principal-mechanical-engineer-at-egis-group)
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities