Overview

Are you an experienced Mechanical Engineer with a passion for creating sustainable solutions? Join Stantec and help us tackle the urgent climate, environmental, and efficiency challenges facing our communities. AMP8 is an exciting time for the water industry and for Stantec's role within it. With record levels of investment and our ongoing growth plans in the region, there is plenty of opportunity within our engineering teams. We are seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer in the South West and Midlands. This role can be based at a number of locations, including Bristol, Cardiff or Exeter in the South West or Birmingham, Derby or Redditch in the Midlands.

You will be involved in the full project life cycle, from feasibility and optioneering through to detailed design and construction support, including site surveys and investigations. This will mean leading mechanical design for infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects, including water/wastewater treatment plants, conveyance systems, pumping stations and more. You will work closely with project managers, technical leaders, design engineers, clients, supply chain partners, contractors, planners and other stakeholders to deliver positive project outcomes. You will also be involved in the mentorship and guidance of more junior engineers within the team. You can find out more about our work in the water sector here: Stantec Water.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design for infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects in the water sector (e.g., water/wastewater treatment plants, conveyance systems, pumping stations).
• Manage the full project life cycle from feasibility and optioneering to detailed design and construction support, including site surveys and investigations.
• Collaborate with project managers, technical leaders, design engineers, clients, supply chain partners, contractors, planners and other stakeholders to deliver project outcomes.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers within the team.

Qualifications

• Degree qualification in Mechanical Engineering or related subject; ideally Chartered status or working toward.
• Experience in detailed design within the water industry; experience with delivery contractors is beneficial.
• Opportunity for line management responsibilities for the right candidate.

Why Join Us?

• Our People Culture: a friendly and collaborative environment.
• Awards: recognised for 2024 achievements and sustainability leadership.
• Great Benefits: competitive salary, pension, holidays, private medical insurance, gym membership discounts, and more.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Great projects across the UK&I.
• Industry-leading training and development, including paid professional subscriptions.

About Stantec

The Stantec community unites more than 32,000 employees in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been serving the UK for over 150 years, planning, designing, delivering and managing development and infrastructure for sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities. Our teams provide solutions that translate clients’ visions into valued plans for projects and programmes, with a focus on technical excellence and market insights. We are committed to clean growth and shaping a fairer, better tomorrow.

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment and are committed to equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. Building an inspired, inclusive work environment is a key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply.

At Stantec we aim to ensure the recruitment process is accessible to all. If you need any support or adjustments, please contact careers.uk@stantec.com and we will discuss how we can help.

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