Technical Specialist – Wastewater (Mechanical Bias)
Birmingham (hybrid working available)
We are working with a leading engineering organisation in the water sector who are looking to appoint a Technical Specialist – Wastewater (Mechanical Bias) to act as a key technical authority within their process engineering team. This is a high-impact role supporting major infrastructure and treatment projects, with responsibility for driving technical excellence, innovation, and best practice across the business.
The role You will act as the go-to expert for wastewater engineering, with a particular focus on the mechanical aspects of treatment systems and plant design.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing expert technical input to bid and delivery teams
- Supporting the design and specification of mechanical equipment (pumps, pipework, sludge handling systems, etc.)
- Acting as a focal point for complex technical challenges across wastewater projects
- Assessing and implementing new and emerging treatment technologies
- Supporting development of engineering standards and best practice
- Liaising with external technology providers and equipment suppliers
- Contributing to innovation and R&D initiatives
About you
- Strong background in mechanical engineering within the water/wastewater sector
- Proven experience in a senior / principal / specialist engineering role
- Experience working with treatment plant equipment and mechanical systems
- Understanding of wastewater/process engineering principles
- Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
- Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly
Desirable:
- Chartered status (CEng) or working towards
- Membership of a relevant professional institution
