Principal Mechanical Engineer – Water & Wastewater Lead

Principal Mechanical Engineer

Location

UK – Glasgow – 177 Bothwell Street

Responsibilities

• Prepare feasibility studies, outline design, detailed design and construction support
• Produce plant layouts, design drawings and mechanical plant selection including specifications, WIMES Data Sheets, valve schedules, equipment schedules, lifting strategies, hydraulic head‑loss calculations and P&IDs for water projects
• Liaise and collaborate with water and other discipline teams including civil, electrical, process and mechanical engineers nationwide
• Visit sites to carry surveys and support liaisons with clients, contractors & suppliers
• Lead and contribute to design review meetings such as HAZOPs, HAZIDs, ALMs and SWIFTS
• Act as Mechanical Lead on projects including WwTW, WTW and infrastructure, supporting the Project Manager and Design Lead to deliver the mechanical scope within programme and budget
• Assist the Project Manager in setting realistic programmes and budgets for mechanical projects
• Manage Mechanical Graduate, Engineer and Senior Engineers as a line manager

Benefits and Perks

Work in an inclusive and forward‑thinking environment where your contributions are valued. Enjoy core benefits designed to support your future and well‑being, flexible benefits that can be customised to suit your lifestyle, and the ability to work flexibly in a hybrid model. Opportunities include technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days to accelerate career development.

Qualifications

• A degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering
• Be a Chartered Engineer with a relevant institution such as IMechE
• Proven ability to deliver engineering designs, reports, drawings, technical specifications and calculations with confidence and precision
• Hands‑on experience delivering innovative solutions for water and wastewater engineering projects

Equal Employment Opportunity

We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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