London

Senior/Principal Mechanical Engineer

Posted on Wednesday, 19th August 2026

Engineering
London
£53k - 65k per year
Permanent

Senior / Principal Mechanical Engineer – Water & Infrastructure

London, Epsom, Peterborough or Cambridge**

£53,000 – £65,000 Per Annum plus Benefits

Hybrid – 3 days office/site based

The Opportunity

Join a leading engineering team delivering major UK water and infrastructure projects. We’re looking for an experienced Mechanical Engineer with a strong water-sector background who is ready to take technical ownership and lead complex multidisciplinary projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead/coordinate Mechanical Engineering teams delivering water and wastewater treatment projects.
  • Produce and review design reports, drawings, calculations and technical documentation.
  • Provide technical leadership across multidisciplinary projects, supporting delivery, bids and client requirements.
  • Mentor engineers and contribute to the development of the wider Mechanical Engineering team.

What We’re Looking For

  • Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent with Chartered/ Incorporated status.
  • Proven Mechanical Engineering design experience within the Water sector is essential.
  • Strong knowledge of pumps, blowers, screens, chemical dosing systems and UK design standards.
  • Good understanding of CDM/DSEAR, with strong communication and leadership skills.

Interested? Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation. Send me CV at [email protected]

Abhinav Patial

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