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Lead Mechanical Engineer (Water), Peterborough
Client:
sweco
Location:
Peterborough, United Kingdom
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
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Job Description:
Job Description
We are gearing up for our most exciting and challenging Asset Management Period yet, known as AMP8, this will see us deliver a programme of work larger than we’ve ever delivered before. We’ll be embarking on a new kind of project delivery focusing on nature-based solutions like wetlands and urban drainage schemes.
We are driving change, empowering us to set global benchmarks and build a better environment, with the opportunity to offer enhanced growth and development to our workforce. We’re looking to build on our existing teams with an environment built for career progression.
With such an exciting portfolio of projects planned for AMP8 to keep the water flowing across the region, our ability to manage our work and outperform against our customer’s expectations will come under greater scrutiny.
We need aspiring driven talent to help us achieve our ambitious targets, are you ready to join us as we prepare to deliver the most creative and innovative AMP we have ever seen?
About Sweco
Transforming society together, we're planning and designing sustainable communities and cities of the future. Solving the great societal challenges of our time is more relevant, demanding and inspiring than ever before. At Sweco, we bring together experts with different perspectives and skills to develop solutions that address the challenges of urbanisation, harness the positive power of digitalisation and make societies more sustainable.
To ensure we support our objectives of collaboration across the business whilst providing our workforce with the agility to achieve a healthy work/life balance, we are asking our employees to have office presence on an average of three days a week.
What will you be doing as our new Lead Mechanical Engineer?
As a Lead Mechanical Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in providing technical direction to our mechanical engineering team, focusing on water or water recycling non-infrastructure projects. Your expertise will ensure that designs are not only compliant with legislation and standards but also optimized for efficiency and sustainability.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.
2. Champion innovative approaches and digital technologies to enhance project outcomes.
3. Lead and mentor junior engineers, fostering their development within the mechanical team.
Role Accountabilities:
1. Report regularly to the Principal Engineer and collaborate closely with project stakeholders.
2. Review design deliverables for quality, safety, and compliance with standards, providing guidance to junior team members.
3. Contribute to construction design management and commissioning strategies.
4. Drive sustainability initiatives and explore modular construction solutions.
Health & Safety:
1. Ensure designs adhere to statutory and industry standards, including health and safety regulations.
2. Offer alternative solutions to enhance health and safety compliance and minimize whole-life costs.
3. Manage knowledge sharing and contribute to lessons learned initiatives.
Transformation:
1. Embrace digital technologies to enhance project efficiency and accuracy.
2. Support efforts to reduce carbon footprint and promote sustainable construction practices.
3. Mentor team members and provide technical guidance to foster continuous improvement.
A little bit about your skills, experience and behaviours…
You will need to hold a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field to be successful in this role, and have proven experience in mechanical engineering, preferably within the water sector. You have strong leadership skills with a track record of mentoring and developing junior engineers and have in-depth knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices. Proficiency in CAD software and other relevant engineering tools is essential as is excellent communication and collaboration skills.
If you are looking for a career opportunity, working in an innovative forward-thinking environment please apply today!
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
It’s important to us that all our colleagues thrive at work - we strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture which respects the contribution individuals can bring to Sweco. We aim to promote equality, inclusivity and diversity for everyone.
Here at Sweco we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity.
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