Senior Mechanical Engineer

Job Summary

Senior Mechanical Engineer – responsible for design, construction, commissioning and handover of water and wastewater infrastructure and non‑infrastructure projects. The role covers mechanical design from outline through to detailed design, supporting efficient, practical and safe solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design of water and wastewater and non‑infrastructure projects through outline and detailed design, construction, commissioning and handover.
• Prepare and review P&IDs, valve schedules, pump calculations, safe access and lifting arrangements, and above‑ground pipework layouts.
• Coordinate with the project team (Electrical, Civil, Geotech, Process designers) to ensure designs are completed on programme, within budget and to the quality defined by framework specifications.
• Collaborate closely with commercial, operational and construction teams to develop efficient, practical and safe solutions across design stages and into construction.
• Positively engage with the client, building relationships and adopting a one‑team approach to support them in achieving their aims.
• Support the development of the mechanical engineering team – coaching and mentoring engineers to build their skill set and identifying the correct resources for projects.

Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Chartered or incorporated member of a professional institution (e.g., ICE, IMechE) or equivalent experience.
• Effective communication skills with team members and stakeholders.
• Methodical approach to problem solving.
• Valid driving licence and willingness to travel to sites across the operational region.

Eligibility & Employment Conditions

Disability confident. We are an equal‑opportunity, barrier‑free recruitment employer.

Visa status: Mott MacDonald Bentley does not currently offer sponsorship for the Skilled Worker visa route. Applicants must be eligible for an alternative immigration route.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and annual bonus schemes.
• Professional institution subscription costs covered.
• Minimum 33 days holiday (inclusive of public holidays) with the ability to buy, sell or carry over leave.
• Life Assurance, Private Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance and health screening options.
• Enhanced family leave policies: 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave, 2 weeks paid paternity/partner leave, option for shared parental leave.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Comprehensive learning and development schemes, fast‑tracked chartership reviews and mentorship.

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