Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Location : Bristol (Hybrid / Flexible)
Sector : Water / Infrastructure
Employer : Leading Tier 1 Contractor

An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join a growing engineering team within a leading Tier 1 contractor delivering major water and infrastructure projects across the UK.

This is a key technical position, responsible for delivering high-quality mechanical design solutions across the full project lifecycle, from concept through to detailed design and construction support. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring designs meet regulatory, safety, and commercial requirements while contributing to multi-disciplinary project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

* Produce and review mechanical design deliverables in line with project requirements and industry standards
* Act as a technical checker, ensuring quality assurance and compliance of design outputs
* Develop efficient, cost-effective solutions balancing capital and operational expenditure
* Ensure designs are safe, buildable, and aligned with operational requirements
* Integrate mechanical designs with other disciplines (civil, electrical, process, etc.)
* Collaborate closely with Design Managers, Principal Engineers, and project teams
* Provide technical support for:Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and client meetingsContribute to maintaining robust design governance and quality procedures

* Procurement and supply chain activities
* Construction and site delivery phases

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* Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior and graduate engineers
* Support team development and progression toward professional accreditation (e.g., IMechE, ICE)
* Contribute to continuous improvement, innovation, and knowledge sharing across the discipline
* Ensure designs comply with:Support design assurance processes and regulatory compliance across projects

* Relevant H&S legislation and CDM regulations
* Industry standards and best practices
* Internal quality management systems

About You

* Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
* Chartered Engineer status (or working towards) is desirable
* Significant experience in mechanical design within infrastructure projects
* Background in water and/or wastewater sectors preferred
* Experience working in a contracting or consultancy environment
* Strong track record of delivering designs within multi-disciplinary teams
* Strong understanding of mechanical systems relevant to infrastructure (e.g., pumping systems, treatment plant equipment, pipework)
* Knowledge of relevant standards, regulations, and H&S requirements
* Experience reviewing subcontractor or supplier design documentation
* Commercial awareness and ability to consider whole-life cost impacts

If you're a motivated mechanical design engineer looking to take the next step in your career and contribute to complex infrastructure projects, we'd love to hear from you