Senior Mechanical Engineer

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  • Market related
  • UK
  • Permanent
Job Title: Senior Mechanical Engineer (Water / MEICA)

Working Location: Manchester / Warrington (Hybrid - 2 days office / 3 days home)

Contract Type: Permanent

Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver mechanical / MEICA design across water and wastewater projects
- Work on treatment works, pumping stations, CSOs, and pipeline systems
- Design and specify pumps, valves, pipework, and plant equipment
- Support equipment sizing, selection, and supplier engagement
- Review technical submissions and contractor designs
- Support site activities including installation and commissioning
- Coordinate with civil, EICA, and process teams
- Produce specifications, reports, and design documentation

Requirements:
- Experience in mechanical / MEICA design within UK water frameworks
- Background working on treatment plants, pumping stations, or network upgrades
- Strong knowledge of pumps, pipework, and plant equipment
- Experience working with contractors or on-site delivery
- Understanding of AMP projects and framework delivery
- Chartered or working towards professional registration
- Strong technical and problem-solving capability

Benefits:
- Work across long-term AMP7 / AMP8 programmes providing job security
- Involvement in treatment works, pumping stations, and network upgrades
- Strong mix of design, site, and delivery exposure
- Opportunity to mentor others and progress to Principal level
- Flexible hybrid working arrangement

Become part of a motivated engineering team, playing a key role in the delivery of essential water and wastewater projects. This is an excellent opportunity for those with experience in the sector who are looking to expand their technical expertise and career responsibility.

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