Principal​/Lead Engineer - Mechanical

Job Summary

Lead Mechanical Engineer – Anglian Waters – Peterborough office (hybrid working available).

• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.
• Champion innovative approaches and digital technologies to enhance project outcomes.
• Cultivate professional networks internally and externally within the @one Alliance.
• Lead and mentor junior engineers, fostering their development within the mechanical team.

• Report regularly to the Principal Engineer and collaborate closely with project stakeholders.
  • Review design deliverables for quality, safety, and compliance with standards, providing guidance to junior team members.
  • Contribute to construction design management and commissioning strategies.
  • Drive sustainability initiatives and explore modular construction solutions.
• Health & Safety:
  • Ensure designs adhere to statutory and industry standards, including health and safety regulations.
  • Offer alternative solutions to enhance health and safety compliance and minimize whole-life costs.
  • Manage knowledge sharing and contribute to lessons learned initiatives.
• Transformation:
  • Embrace digital technologies to enhance project efficiency and accuracy.
  • Support efforts to reduce carbon footprint and promote sustainable construction practices.
  • Mentor team members and provide technical guidance to foster continuous improvement.
• Delivery
  • Give guidance and direction to ensure the project designs are affordable, delivered on time, are sustainable and meet Anglian Waters’s project obligations.

• Hold a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
• Proven experience in mechanical engineering, preferably within the water sector.
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of mentoring and developing junior engineers.
• In-depth knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Proficiency in CAD software and other relevant engineering tools.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to make decisions based on sound judgement and seek views of others collaboratively.
• Conduct work with integrity, respecting others, and delivering on time.