Principal Mechanical Engineer

Summary: The role of Principal Mechanical Engineer involves leading mechanical design efforts within a consultancy focused on the water and utilities sectors. The position requires extensive experience in mechanical design, particularly in regulated environments, and offers the opportunity to work on significant infrastructure projects. The role is based in Stretford, Manchester, and is structured as a 12-month contract with potential for extension. The company emphasizes a collaborative work environment that supports professional growth and engineering excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce high-quality design deliverables that meet safety and quality standards.
• Undertake detailed mechanical design calculations and drawings for water industry applications.
• Provide technical direction and mentorship to CAD technicians, junior engineers, and graduates.
• Oversee and review work from subcontracted M&E design teams.
• Coordinate with equipment suppliers and manufacturers for system integration.
• Prepare and review design investigations, technical reports, and specifications.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant technical standards and project requirements.
• Accurately estimate design hours and support planning/scheduling activities.
• Represent the business in meetings and deliver design presentations when required.

Key Skills:

• Minimum of 10 years' relevant mechanical design experience, ideally within the water sector.
• Strong background in hydraulic design.
• Familiarity with electrical design principles and control systems.
• Degree-qualified or HND in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Proficient in standard IT tools and engineering software.
• Member of a recognised professional engineering institution, actively working toward chartership.
• Chartered Engineer status (CEng) is advantageous.
• Multi-disciplinary knowledge, including electrical and/or control engineering.
• Experience with both clean water and wastewater projects.
• Understanding of construction methods, materials, and practical site constraints.
• Solid understanding of engineering drawing standards and best practice.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Manchester

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: Senior

Industry: Engineering