Mechanical Design Engineer (Water Treatment)
Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
· Market leading company in the water and wastewater treatment industry
· Dedicated to creating sustainable solutions for water processing plants
· Attractive salary and package offering
Job Overview
We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Design Engineer. You will play a key role in developing detailed mechanical designs for our water treatment facilities, working with a collaborative team of engineers to improve plant efficiency, reliability, and sustainability. This role involves end-to-end design work, from initial concept through to final implementation, ensuring systems meet regulatory standards and client expectations.
Key Responsibilities
- Design Development: Create and refine mechanical designs for water processing systems, including pumps, valves, piping layouts, filtration systems, and other components.
- 3D Modelling and Drafting: Utilize CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar) to produce 3D models, schematics, and technical drawings.
- Project Collaboration: Work closely with project managers, electrical engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure designs align with project goals, timelines, and budgets.
- Field Support: Occasionally provide on-site support during installation and commissioning phases, assisting with troubleshooting and verifying design integrity.
Requirements
- Education: Mechanical Engineering (Apprenticeship, HNC/HND or BEng/MEng Degree) combined with a proven track record of 7+ years of experience within the municipal or industrial
- Experience: Minimum 3-5 years of experience in mechanical design.
- Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar).
- Strong knowledge of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and materials science.
- Familiarity with industry standards (ASME, ISO) and regulatory requirements for water processing plants.
- Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) is a plus.
Benefits
- Salary 48-50k + Company Car
- 25 days holiday
- Enhanced Pension scheme
- Group Life Assurance
- Birthday leave
- Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
- Supportive, innovative work environment with opportunities to make a meaningful impact in the water sector
Location: Birmingham, West midlands
