Role: Senior Mechanical Engineer - Southern Water
Employment Type: Permanent
Location: Ashford, Kent (Southern Water Region)
Contact: Aaron
Are you a skilled Senior Mechanical Engineer looking to play a key role in delivering critical water infrastructure projects? Our client, a leading contractor in the water industry, is seeking a talented Senior Mechanical Engineer to work on transformative Southern Water projects, based out of Ashford, Kent.
Responsibilities:
* Lead the mechanical engineering aspects of water infrastructure projects, from concept to completion.
* Develop detailed mechanical designs and specifications, ensuring compliance with project requirements and industry standards.
* Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including civil and electrical engineers, to deliver integrated solutions.
* Oversee the preparation of mechanical drawings, calculations, and technical documentation.
* Review designs and provide technical guidance to ensure accuracy and feasibility.
* Support procurement activities by preparing technical specifications and evaluating supplier proposals.
* Resolve mechanical design and construction challenges, providing innovative and practical solutions.
* Ensure all work adheres to health, safety, and environmental regulations.
* Mentor and develop junior engineers within the team, fostering technical excellence.
Requirements:
* Proven experience as a Mechanical Engineer, ideally within the water sector or a related infrastructure industry.
* Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, including pumps, pipelines, and treatment plant equipment.
* Familiarity with industry codes, standards, and best practices relevant to mechanical engineering.
* Experience with project delivery frameworks such as Southern Water Framework or similar is highly desirable.
* A degree in mechanical engineering or a related discipline (e.g., BEng, MEng).
* Proficiency in design software and tools, such as AutoCAD or SolidWorks.
* Strong problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
If you're passionate about contributing to innovative water infrastructure projects and want to join a leading contractor in the industry, we want to hear from you.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
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