Mechanical Design Engineer

Overview

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be stepping into an exciting opportunity within a fast-growing and dynamic mechanical engineering team dedicated to becoming a leader in the industry. Your contributions will be instrumental in transforming Thames Water into an intelligent client.

• Design Excellence—Complete the design of innovative and complex engineering processes, ensuring that every solution meets the highest quality and compliance standards.
• Problem Solver—Develop practical solutions for operational challenges, driving adherence to stringent design codes.
• Root Cause Analysis—Conduct critical investigations into equipment failures to uncover underlying issues.
• Clear Project Vision—Collaborate closely with teams to establish precise technical requirements.
• Continuous Improvement—Challenge the status quo and lead initiatives to enhance technical asset standards.
• Holistic Input—Provide valuable mechanical insight into asset surveys, condition assessments, and feasibility studies.
• Centre of Excellence—Join the vision to establish a 'Centre of Excellence' for engineering.
• Technical Assurance—Safeguard the quality and compliance of operations during project delivery.
• Digital Innovation—Advance engineering practices through digital initiatives.
• Regulatory Compliance—Ensure compliance with engineering regulatory standards.
• Technology Advancement—Test and develop cutting-edge technologies.
• Project Accountability—Be the technical authority, ensuring project specifications are met.
• Tool Development—Innovate by creating new tools that enhance engineering capabilities and efficiency.

What you should bring to the role:

• Degree level in mechanical engineering or appropriate technical qualification.
• Previous technical design, installation, or commissioning experience in a water utility company.
• Curious, hands-on approach to understanding site issues.
• Understanding of the UK’s water industry’s regulatory environment.
• Ability to communicate with all levels of internal and external stakeholders.

What's in it for you:

• Competitive salary from £42,000 to £50,000 per annum.
• 26 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with length of service.
• Contributory pension – Defined Contribution.
• Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year.
• Wider benefits scheme packed full of offers and information.