Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Shirley Parsons

The Role

Overview

Design mechanical systems for wastewater treatment plants and related infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

  • p&id design
  • ga drawings
  • mechanical design
  • pump sizing
  • hydraulic calculations
  • compliance

Tasks

-Develop P&IDs, GA drawings, equipment layouts, and technical specifications -Support procurement, construction, and commissioning phases -Promote sustainable and low-carbon design solutions -Collaborate with civil, electrical, ICA, and process engineers -Design mechanical systems for treatment plants, pumping stations, and sludge processes -Select and size pumps, valves, blowers, compressors, and pipelines -Ensure compliance with BS EN, ISO, WIMES, and CDM regulations -Conduct hydraulic calculations and energy efficiency assessments

Requirements

  • chartered engineer
  • bim
  • navisworks
  • autocad
  • mechanical eng
  • communication

What You Bring

-Strong communication and documentation skills -Prior work with UK water utilities or international projects -Familiarity with WIMES, BS EN 806, BS 5955 -Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working toward it -Knowledge of BIM workflows and digital twin technologies -3D modelling and clash detection (e.g., Navisworks) -3–7+ years in wastewater or water infrastructure design -Experience with rotating equipment, pressure systems, and pipework -Experience with sludge treatment, biogas, or renewable integration -Skilled in AutoCAD, Plant 3D, SolidWorks, or Revit MEP -Degree in Mechanical Engineering (BEng/BSc)

Benefits

⭐ Bonus Skills -Long-term project pipeline -Flexible remote working

The Company

About Shirley Parsons

-The company specializes in sectors such as industrial, energy, infrastructure, commercial, and utilities, with a particular focus on sustainability. -Partners with clients to provide specialized recruitment services for both permanent and temporary roles across various industries. -Has a strong presence across Europe and has successfully expanded into global markets. -Known for deep industry knowledge, matching candidates with the right organizations based on specific sector needs.

Sector Specialisms

Construction

Civil Infrastructure

Technology

Renewable Energy

HSEQ & Sustainability

Health & Safety

Quality

Sustainability

Business Improvement