Principal Mechanical Engineer - Water Sector

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Overview

As Principal Mechanical Engineer at Stantec, you will lead the mechanical design across water and wastewater projects, from feasibility to commissioning. You’ll guide technical delivery within a cross‑functional team and mentor engineers to build capability. The role focuses on delivering innovative, compliant solutions that improve asset resilience and environmental performance. This position offers leadership growth within a prominent UK engineering consultancy and the Midlands market.

Pay / Benefits

competitive salary
bonus schemes
enhanced pension plan
private medical insurance
group income protection & life assurance
hybrid/flexible working

Responsibilities

Lead mechanical design across water and wastewater treatment works, pumping stations and related infrastructure
Deliver projects from feasibility through detailed design, construction support and commissioning
Produce and review calculations, specifications, reports and engineering documentation
Provide technical leadership across multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality and consistency
Mentor and develop engineers and support their technical growth
Collaborate with clients, PMs, contractors and supply chain partners to achieve outcomes
Contribute to business development, framework delivery and continuous improvement initiatives

Key requirements

Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering
Chartered or Incorporated Engineer (CEng/IEng) or actively pursuing
Strong experience delivering detailed mechanical design in the UK water sector
Experience leading technical delivery across multidisciplinary projects
Excellent understanding of water and wastewater treatment processes and related systems
Experience mentoring engineers and developing technical capability
Strong client-facing, communication and stakeholder management skills
Experience working with contractors and delivery partners