Principal Piping Engineer

Location/s: Altrincham, Glasgow, Bristol, Tadley, Derby; UK
Recruiter contact: Erinda Hazizi

Mott Mac Donald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy with over 20,000 employees across more than 50 countries and 140+ offices.

We work across incredible global industries, delivering exciting work that is defining our future and making an important societal impact in the communities we serve. Our people power our performance – we succeed when they do. With countless opportunities to collaborate, learn, and grow, the possibilities for excellence are as varied as every individual.

Whether you want to grow as a subject matter expert or broaden your experience with roles across our international community, you're surrounded by global specialists who want to combine their expertise and champion you to be your best. As a proudly employee-owned business, we benefit our clients, our communities, and each other, investing in creating the right space for everyone to feel empowered, included, and valued.

Whatever your ambition, Mott Mac Donald is where people come to be brilliant.

The Energy unit delivers services to clients globally across several sectors including hydropower, nuclear, waste, renewable generation and transmission & distribution networks. Together we provide integrated engineering and project management services across the project lifecycle – from concept and design to construction and operations, to decommissioning or repowering and life extension. Together with our clients, we're helping to deliver the energy transition globally.

Due to our continuous growth, we are looking for Principal Piping Engineers to join our Nuclear;
Defence and Civil division. Our team delivers projects to a wide range of clients across the defence and nuclear new-build industry and offers the opportunity to work on some of the most exciting projects in the industry - there's never been a better time to join us!

This role combines technical leadership with strategic project responsibilities, providing an excellent opportunity for career growth. As a key member of our team, you will have the opportunity to influence major projects while mentoring and inspiring the next generation of engineers.

• Operate as a senior design co-ordinator, leading and managing multi-disciplinary engineering teams on complex projects
• Take responsibility for delivering detailed design reports, specifications, and component datasheets to the highest quality standards
• Oversee engineering calculations, ensuring the accuracy and approval of engineering reports, calculations, and drawings
• Guide mechanical designers on plant layout and component specifications, ensuring design integrity and compliance
• Act as the primary liaison between engineering disciplines, clients, and contractors, maintaining strong relationships and ensuring client satisfaction
• Lead and chair internal and external design co-ordination meetings
• Provide strategic procurement and construction support, ensuring smooth project delivery
• Manage project documentation, ensuring compliance with corporate standards and best practices
• Offer expert advice on mechanical engineering matters to internal teams and external clients
• Mentor and support the development of junior and mid-level engineers to build team capability
• Ensure alignment with corporate health, safety, environmental, and quality standards
• Travel within the UK or abroad may be required to support projects and client needs

Essential:

• Chartered status with the IMechE or other relevant professional body (or equivalent experience with progress toward chartered status)
• Proven leadership experience in delivering engineering design and consultancy services
• Significant expertise in highly regulated industries (nuclear preferred, but Oil & Gas, Pharmaceutical, or Rail experience will be considered)
• In-depth knowledge of relevant codes, standards, and legislation, with a strong track record of delivering work packages to clients
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage stakeholders effectively
• Prof…